We have a tool-lending library here in Berkeley. It has some of the
same concepts as a book or DVD or CD-lending library: it provides
resources that many folks cannot afford on their own; the resources
are loaned for a set time period; some wear and tear is expected, but
lost items must be paid for. There are probably people who wouldn't
consider this a "real" library, but who would have little trouble with
a library of films or music. It's hard to know where to draw the line
based on material, so maybe the definition should be based on the
services and community aspects rather than what material types are
offered.
kc
Quoting "B.G. Sloan" <bgsloan2_at_YAHOO.COM>:
> From Time magazine:
>
> "We've been hearing about it for years, but the bookless library has
> finally arrived, making a beachhead on college campuses. At Drexel
> University's new Library Learning Terrace, which opened just last month,
> there is nary a bound volume..."
>
> See: http://ti.me/ooq5PI
>
> Bernie Sloan
>
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