The digital age!

So, a 'paperless' library:  Digital Libraries

I can definitely see the advantages.  As someone who loves 'proper' paper books, but also loves her kindle (and kindle app for iPad!) it's great to see how many people with no access to a public library can get something to improve reading at home - whether it be for pleasure, or as an aid to literacy, it's bound to be worth it.  I don't think I could see public libraries based in towns / villages etc. going paperless though, as that's a whole different style of service.

In my opinion, anything that gets people reading has got to be good!  What does everyone else think?

I do hope they have enough shelf space!

I was really interested to read this article about the items reclaimed by Lambeth Palace Library.  The sheer amount of stolen volumes that were recovered was incredible!  It's good to hear that they have been able to restore some of them enough to be added back into the Library catalogue, and I hope they can continue the good work and restore as many as possible.  It's bound to be a positive treasure trove for information that hasn't been seen for years.