In 1988, librarians in Spencer, Iowa, rescued a freezing kitten from their book return box. They…
Some Finnish public libraries around Helsinki let people borrow much more than books. With a library…
Some Finnish public libraries around Helsinki let people borrow much more than books. With a library…
At the University of Coimbra’s Biblioteca Joanina in Portugal, bats are treated more like tiny night…
At the University of Coimbra’s Biblioteca Joanina in Portugal, bats are treated more like tiny night…
Author Chuck Palahniuk says the idea behind Fight Club started after he got beaten up on a camping…
Author Chuck Palahniuk says the idea behind Fight Club started after he got beaten up on a camping…
Did you know that a library cat once won a political battle against a city politician? In a town…
Did you know that a library cat once won a political battle against a city politician? In a town…
Many public libraries have removed late fees after finding that fines can scare people away from…
Many public libraries have removed late fees after finding that fines can scare people away from…
In 2005, a 15-year-old girl in Moldova spent over a month hand-copying the entire “Harry Potter and…
In 2005, a 15-year-old girl in Moldova spent over a month hand-copying the entire “Harry…
A Journey Through The Lord of the Rings: 5 Interesting Tolkien Facts
There’s something timeless about the world J.R.R. Tolkien created—his vision of heroism, perseverance, and the ever-looming shadow of evil continues to resonate today. Modern life may feel worlds apart from the dusty roads of Middle-earth, yet echoes of our own struggles resound in Tolkien’s fictional conflicts. Perhaps this is because Tolkien himself lived through firsthand … Continue reading A Journey Through The Lord of the Rings: 5 Interesting Tolkien Facts
4 Interesting Facts About Famous Books
Usually, when you spend an evening reading a particular book, you don’t think about the story behind its creation or its influence on those around it. And yet, behind every worthy work, there’s an equally interesting story or mystery. 1. Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Narrative of Arthur Gordon Pym of Nantucket” In Edgar Allan Poe’s … Continue reading 4 Interesting Facts About Famous Books
Tolkien Tales: 7 Lesser-Known Stories about the Mastermind of Middle-earth
The creator of Middle-earth, J.R.R. Tolkien, wasn’t just a master weaver of tales; he was also a man of great depth and integrity. His life, filled with unique anecdotes and profound choices, is as engaging as his novels. Here’s a peek into seven lesser-known moments from Tolkien’s life. 1. A Brave Response to Dark Times: … Continue reading Tolkien Tales: 7 Lesser-Known Stories about the Mastermind of Middle-earth