Reference library

Reference library

A reference library does not lend books and other items; instead, they must be read at the library itself. Typically such libraries are used for research purposes, for example at a university. Some items at reference libraries may be historical and even unique.

Examples of reference libraries include the British Library in London and the Bodleian Library at Oxford University.

See also

* Lending library
* Research library


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