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1. www.loc.govHome | Library of Congress

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   The Library of Congress is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution, and it serves as the research arm of Congress. It is also the largest library in the world, with more than 162 million items. The collections include books, sound recordings, motion pictures, photographs, maps, and manuscripts.

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2. www.loc.gov › collections › open-access-booksAbout this Collection | Open Access Books - Library of Congress

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   All of the books in this collection were published under either an open access license or were donated to the Library of Congress with no accompanying restrictions. All of the books may be read online or downloaded as a PDF or as an EPUB.

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   What is the Library of Congress 'celebration of the book'?

   • The Library of Congress, the world’s largest repository of knowledge and information, began a multiyear “Celebration of the Book” with an exhibition on “Books That Shaped America.” The books in the exhibition, along with several that were added reflecting the results of a public survey, are displayed below.

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   How many books were in the Library of Congress?

   • Books were ordered from London, and the collection consisted of 740 books and three maps, which were housed in the new United States Capitol. President Thomas Jefferson played an important role in establishing the structure of the Library of Congress.

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   Where can I find e-books from the Library of Congress?

   • The number of e-books from the Library of Congress grows every day, although the vast majority of the Library's books are still available only in print. Find Library of Congress e-books in the loc.gov digital collections and via the in the Library of Congress Online Catalog, which offers searching and browsing options.

   Research Guides: Finding E-Books: Library of Congress E-Books

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   How many librarians are there in Congress?

   • Since the Library's founding in 1800, there have been 14 Librarians of Congress, including the incumbent, Carla Hayden, who was sworn in on September 14, 2016. How does Congress use the Library? Thousands of requests are received annually by the Congressional Research Service (CRS), one part of the Library that directly serves Congress.

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4. www.loc.gov › about › frequently-asked-questionsFrequently Asked Questions - Library of Congress

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   Questions. What is the Library of Congress? Where are the books? Does the Library have a copy of every book published in the United States? How does the Library acquire its holdings? Who is in charge of the Library of Congress? How does Congress use the Library? When was the Library built?

5. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Library_of_CongressLibrary of Congress - Wikipedia

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   The collections of the Library of Congress include more than 32 million catalogued books and other print materials in 470 languages; more than 61 million manuscripts; the largest rare book collection in North America, including the rough draft of the Declaration of Independence, a Gutenberg Bible (originating from the Saint Blaise Abbey, Black ...

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7. guides.loc.gov › e-books › library-congressLibrary of Congress E-Books - Finding E-Books - Research ...

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   Feb 23, 2024 · Electronic books, or e-books, may be read on computers, mobile devices, and dedicated e-readers. This guide provides links to digital books at the Library of Congress and options for finding electronic books online, on the web and in other libraries.

8. www.read.gov › btsaBooks That Shaped America | Read.gov - The Library of Congress

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   Books That Shaped America. The Library of Congress, the world’s largest repository of knowledge and information, began a multiyear “Celebration of the Book” with an exhibition on “Books That Shaped America.” The books in the exhibition, along with several that were added reflecting the results of a public survey, are displayed below.

9. guides.loc.gov › e-booksIntroduction - Finding E-Books - Library of Congress

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   Feb 23, 2024 · Introduction. Finding E-Books. Electronic books, or e-books, may be read on computers, mobile devices, and dedicated e-readers. This guide provides links to digital books at the Library of Congress and options for finding electronic books online, on the web and in other libraries. Authors: