Like the New York Public Library, you possess both Patience and Fortitude—which happen to be the names of the stone lions guarding the library’s entrance! You are bold, daring, and strong in your convictions.
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Located in Germany, the Stuttgart City Library is a complex and breathtaking building. Like you, this library has a lot of levels and plenty going on beneath the surface. People might find you a little intimidating at first, but soon they’ll stand in awe of your greatness!
The Library of Congress has the biggest collection in the world, but you probably already knew that. Like the Library of Congress, you’re full of knowledge and eager to share what you know! Your friends call you a ‘walking encyclopedia,’ which you take as a compliment.
Like our Library of the Week feature Culture Perth & Kinross Mobile Library; you’re quirky, generous, and a little unconventional! You love the outdoors and exploring new places.
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You’re compassionate, environmentally-conscious, and you have a bit of a green thumb, just like the Beitou Public Library in Taipei, Taiwan. This library has an eco-friendly design and includes a slanted roof to catch rainwater, which is reused to operate the lavatory. Read more about how libraries are implementing sustainability tactics.
You have a big personality and love the spotlight, so the Folger Shakespeare Library is a perfect fit! This library houses the largest Shakespeare collection in the world, and we’re sure you could quote most of it. Give our ‘So you think you know Shakespeare?’ quiz a go, we’re sure you’ll ace it!
The al-Qarawlyyin Library is the oldest library in the world! Like the al-Qarawlyyin, you’re a bit of an old soul. People turn to you for your wisdom and sage advice.