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The British Library holds over 170 million items, including books, newspapers, maps, sound recordings and more. Visit our buildings in London and Yorkshire, or explore online events, workshops and resources.
Learn how to access the British Library's collection and online resources for personal study and research. Find out how to get a Reader Pass, search the catalogue, order items, and contact the Reference Services team.
The British Library is a research library in London that is the national library of the United Kingdom. It is one of the largest libraries in the world. It is estimated to contain between 170 and 200 million items from many countries.
- 31 July 2015
- Sir Roly Keating (chief executive, since 12 September 2012)
- 1 July 1973 (50 years ago)
About us. The British Library (BL) is the national library of the United Kingdom and one of the world’s largest libraries. Its collections include more than 150 million items, in over 400 ...
Mar 15, 2024 · British Library, national library of Great Britain, formed by the British Library Act (1972) and organized by July 1, 1973. It holds more than 170 million items, including 13 million printed and electronic books as well as hundreds of thousands of periodicals, microfilms, and rare manuscripts.
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The British Library (BL) is one of the world’s largest libraries, with over 150 million items in 400 languages. It is a public body, sponsored by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport, and has a separate website.
