To get the very best information about the history and development of libraries, the best place to go is your local public library. A Reference/Information professional will help you find information on any topic you are researching…especially the history and development of the library!

To get started, you may want to check out this article from “Straight Dope.” Authoritative sources used to research the article are listed at the end of the article:

http://www.straightdope.com/mailbag/mpublibrary.html

Also, check out this article “Survivor: History of the Library” from History Magazine, October/November 2001:

http://www.history-magazine.com/libraries.html

Your local public library may also have electronic resources/databases that you can access through their Web site by using your library card number. They may have magazine and journal databases and electronic reference books to use in your research.

I hope this information helps. Good luck with your homework!

Here there be dragons

MLS, Reference Department Manager

Grandview Heights Public Library

Columbus OH 43212

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