Libraries Are Us!

Libraries are starting to become the trend of the past. The future holds the key to studies which are becoming electronic. The generation of the 21^st Century is moving forward towards electronic sources for learning. The new generation does not pay attention to the printed manuscript; they are more dependent on the eResources that are available at their fingertips. A person who has visited, studied and spent hours in a library for the preparation of exams understands the importance of a printed resource.

Library is a great means to diminish the difference between people. Individuals of all age groups, educational level, physical ability, income level can sit together and read to their heart’s content. A library not only equalizes but empowers the individual also. The huge array of books can hone one’s skills, instruct, support them to lead better lives. Libraries also build up the nation’s cultural heritage. They collect, preserve and reserve the history and culture of a nation in the books, and other documents. The importance of a library can always be confirmed by a scholar. Even a researcher, of the most initial level can also declare that the libraries are of utmost importance. Libraries are the robust columns which support the literacy of a nation. Many children and adults learn to read at their school and public libraries via story times, research projects, summer reading, tutoring and other opportunities. Others come to the library to learn the technology and information skills that help them answer their questions, discover new interests, and share their ideas with others.

The new era of electronic learning enhances the learning, but libraries open up the minds of the readers. Learning is a continuous quest, which can only be satiated by the huge assortment of books that a library offers. Libraries can be called out-dated by the new generation but they will never lose their importance.