In the 125 years the Brooklyn Public Library has served New Yorkers, the system has acquired more than 2.86 million physical items. But one book has a story that has resonated with patrons for decades.
In the 125 years the library system has served New Yorkers and others who frequent its locations, the system has acquired more than 2.86 million physical items and 250,000 digital materials. To celebrate its birthday, the system has spent the past few weeks unveiling the 125 most borrowed books out of that collection.
"Here's to 125 years of Brooklyn stories," the library says on its website."We're looking forward to the next chapter." Author Lois Lowry, known for"The Giver" and"Number the Stars," said in a video message that the library system has a special place in her heart.
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