The Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading
0 views · Sep 21, 2024
The Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading in Rio de Janeiro, founded in 1837, is a historic library renowned for its architectural beauty and vast collection of over 350,000 volumes. Inaugurated in 1887, it features a neo-Manueline facade inspired by Lisbon
The Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading
0 views · Sep 21, 2024
The Royal Portuguese Cabinet of Reading in Rio de Janeiro, founded in 1837, is a historic library renowned for its architectural beauty and vast collection of over 350,000 volumes. Inaugurated in 1887, it features a neo-Manueline facade inspired by Lisbon
Ronald McNair: A Legacy of Courage and Knowledge
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In 1959 South Carolina, 9-year-old Ronald McNair bravely confronted racial segregation by refusing to leave a segregated library. His thirst for knowledge led him to earn a PhD in Physics from MIT and become an astronaut. Tragically, he died in the Challe
Washington's Forgotten Library Book
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George Washington borrowed a unique book from the New York Society Library and forgot to return it for over 221 years. When finally returned, the book was worn but cherished, revealing its connection to Washington's collection. The library waived the late