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List of national libraries

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_national_and_state_libraries A national library is specifically established by the government of a nation to serve as the pre-eminent repository of information for that country. Unlike public libraries , they rarely allow citizens to borrow books. Often, they include numerous rare, valuable, or significant works; such as the Gutenberg Bible . National libraries are usually notable for their size, compared to that of other libraries in the same country. Some national libraries may be thematic or specialized in some specific domains, beside or in replacement of the 'main' national library. Some national entities which are not independent but who wish to preserve their particular culture, have established a national library with all the attributes of such institutions, such as legal deposit .
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Libraries – Government and Public: USA.gov

Find local public or state libraries, federal libraries and archives, grants for libraries, or ask a librarian for help. Public Libraries Find Your Local Public Library – Public libraries lend books, movies, music, and more. They also offer computers, programs for all ages, and help finding the information you need.