Libraries Collection (page 5)

New Reading-Room at the Imperial Library, Paris (engraving)
1611424 New Reading-Room at the Imperial Library, Paris (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Reading-Room at the Imperial Library, Paris)

Historic Books (engraving)
1617020 Historic Books (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Historic Books. Illustration for The Illustrated London News, 6 May 1843)

The New Houses of Parliament, Library of the House of Commons (engraving)
1607638 The New Houses of Parliament, Library of the House of Commons (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Houses of Parliament)

Interior of the New City Library, Guildhall (engraving)
1058160 Interior of the New City Library, Guildhall (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Interior of the New City Library, Guildhall)

Warwick Mechanics Institution Perambulating Library (engraving)
1098492 Warwick Mechanics Institution Perambulating Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Warwick Mechanics Institution Perambulating Library)

The Cottonian Library, recently annexed to the Plymouth Public Library (engraving)
1097441 The Cottonian Library, recently annexed to the Plymouth Public Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Cottonian Library)

Children working in the garden at the Poppenhusen branch of the Queens Borough Public
1078960 Children working in the garden at the Poppenhusen branch of the Queens Borough Public Library, August 14, 1915 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Night view of the Fifth Avenue facade of the main branch of the New York Public Library
1078946 Night view of the Fifth Avenue faAzade of the main branch of the New York Public Library in the snow, 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue, New York City, March 6, 1915 (b/w photo) by Hassler

Library, Oriel College, Oxford (b / w photo)
3094776 Library, Oriel College, Oxford (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Library, Oriel College, Oxford)

Interior of the Bodeleian Library, Oxford, from Oxonia Illustrata, 1675 (engraving)
810282 Interior of the Bodeleian Library, Oxford, from Oxonia Illustrata, 1675 (engraving) by Loggan, David (1633/35-92); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; English, out of copyright

The Ronalds Library, Principal Room (engraving)
3627381 The Ronalds Library, Principal Room (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Ronalds Library, Principal Room)

Pius X receives in the private library and in family form the Sacred College of Cardinals for his good wishes
2815609 Pius X receives in the private library and in family form the Sacred College of Cardinals for his good wishes (Colour Litho) by Beltrame

Architectural drawing of the University Library, 1827 (pencil & w / c on paper)
2919659 Architectural drawing of the University Library, 1827 (pencil & w/c on paper) by Reid, Robert (fl.1827); 32.4x54.3 cm; The University of St. Andrews, Scotland, UK; eUniversity of St

Postcard with the Inner Temple Library (photo)
587611 Postcard with the Inner Temple Library (photo) by English Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Postcard with the Inner Temple Library, in the Temple)

Libreria Vecchia in the Piazza San Marco in Venice (engraving)
729396 Libreria Vecchia in the Piazza San Marco in Venice (engraving) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Libreria Vecchia in the Piazza San Marco in Venice)

Mr Gladstone in his library at Hawarden Castle (engraving)
728905 Mr Gladstone in his library at Hawarden Castle (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Mr Gladstone in his library at Hawarden Castle)

Monks copying books for sale in the Middle Ages (chromolitho)
735860 Monks copying books for sale in the Middle Ages (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Monks copying books for sale in the Middle Ages)

A travelling bookseller in the 16th century (chromolitho)
735861 A travelling bookseller in the 16th century (chromolitho) by European School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: A travelling bookseller in the 16th century)

Detail of fleche on the main roof of the Inner Temple Library (engraving)
587586 Detail of fleche on the main roof of the Inner Temple Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Longleat, The Libraries (litho)
6005214 Longleat, The Libraries (litho) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Longleat, The Libraries)

Oxford: Merton Library (colour litho)
5995399 Oxford: Merton Library (colour litho) by Carline, George (1855-1920); Private Collection; (add.info.: Merton Library)

Study for the painted ceiling of the library in the Conservatory
5932883 Study for the painted ceiling of the library in the Conservatory, 1812 (w/c & ink on paper) by Gerard, Francois Pascal Simon

Greenwich Literary Institution (engraving)
1616846 Greenwich Literary Institution (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Greenwich Literary Institution)

The New Public Library, Edinburgh (engraving)
1627101 The New Public Library, Edinburgh (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: The New Public Library, Edinburgh)

New Library of the Peoples Palace, Mile End-Road (engraving)
1595650 New Library of the Peoples Palace, Mile End-Road (engraving) by Watkins, Frank (fl.1859-94); Private Collection; (add.info.: New Library of the Peoples Palace, Mile End-Road)

The Library of the British Museum (engraving)
1625675 The Library of the British Museum (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: The Library of the British Museum)

After School Hours (b / w photo)
5215184 After School Hours (b/w photo) by American Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: After School Hours)

Library, Durham Cathedral (b / w photo)
3094778 Library, Durham Cathedral (b/w photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Library, Durham Cathedral. Postcard, early 20th century.); © Look and Learn

Exterior of the Manchester Free Library (engraving)
1102363 Exterior of the Manchester Free Library (engraving) by English School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Exterior of the Manchester Free Library)

Night view of the northeast corner of the steps outside the main branch of the New York
1078944 Night view of the northeast corner of the steps outside the main branch of the New York Public Library in the snow, 42nd Street and Fifth Avenue, New York City, March 6

A Korean professor has singled out a Cleveland school for his study of the best in British education. Professor Kyu Hwan Lee is on a European fact finding mission looking at secondary education

Mobile childrens library in Nottinghamshire, 26th August 1964.Mobile childrens library in Nottinghamshire, 26th August 1964

Central Library, Middlesbrough, 17th July 1989

Central Library, Victoria Square, Middlesbrough, 21st October 1985. Librarian, Catherine Thompson, in the reference section

Refurbished, Central Library, Victoria Square, Middlesbrough, 30th December 1992. Reference Librarian Larry Bruce

Children from Abingdon Junior School caused quite a stir when they sang Christmas Carols at Middlesbrough Central Library, 9th December 1992

Newcastle Central Library. 27th September 1985

Reference library at Newcastle Central Library. April 1956

Theres always plenty of activity here. Its the room where all the local history questions are answered just one of the many behind-the-scenes departments of the Central Library. 15th March 1956

Jesmond, Newcastle branch library, the first circular library in the North-East opens to the public tomorrow. The library 19

Publicity Officer David Boyes looks at some of the treasures housed at the Central Library, Newcastle. 16th January 1984

This is part of the Lending Library that the public rarely see, always a hive of activity. There are empty shelves on the left - but they will only stay that way until reading starts falling off in

Interior view of reference rooms in the new central library. 14th March 1969

Extra staff may be needed to ease the strain on the workers at Coventry central library, since the librarys move to the site of the former Tiffanys Ballroom in the city centre

Computer service at Central Library, Coventry. 16th October 1976

Coventry city library. 21st July 1978

Inside the new branch library in Church Hall, Hurst Road, Longford. 9th February 1965

Borrowers are unanimous: Coventrys new central Library was an addition worth waiting for. They were queuing outside at 9am waiting for the doors to open

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Libraries: Portals to Knowledge and Timeless Treasures Step into the enchanting courtyard of Boston Public Library, nestled in the heart of Copley Square, Boston, Massachusetts. Here, amidst architectural grandeur, book lovers find solace in a sanctuary that transcends time. Travel back centuries to Alexandria Library, where ancient scrolls whispered secrets from civilizations long gone. The Gallery of the Old Library beckons visitors with its hallowed halls and shelves adorned with literary gems. In Sheffield City Libraries, an urgent call echoes through history - "Your help is needed. " A few readers dare to pilfer books and periodicals from this haven of learning during the 1930s. Let us stand united against such theft. The British Museum's reading room stands as a testament to intellectual pursuit. Within its walls lie countless stories waiting to be discovered by curious minds seeking enlightenment. Marvel at the New Central Library and Art Gallery building in Surrey Street during the 1930s; its elevations embody both functionality and artistic beauty. A beacon for knowledge seekers yearning for inspiration. Enter an interior oasis where silence reigns supreme – behold the library. Its serene atmosphere invites contemplation while offering respite from life's chaos. In this space, dreams are born and passions ignited. Organized by Dewey Decimal System's meticulous designations, libraries become labyrinths where order meets curiosity. This classification system ensures every book finds its rightful place on shelves worldwide. Venture westward to Geisel Library in University College San Diego; La Jolla embraces this architectural marvel as it rises above palm trees like a beacon of wisdom. Here lies a modern temple dedicated to knowledge-seeking souls. Christ Church Library whispers tales steeped in tradition within Oxford's hallowed walls. Ancient manuscripts guard their secrets while inviting scholars on journeys through time immemorial. Return once more to the Gallery of the Old Library; here resides a Kufic manuscript, an exquisite testament to the beauty of calligraphy.