The Library of America

While there is an accelerated movement toward ebooks, it is my belief that there will always be some amount of print books published. I predict there will be an increasing number of small, boutique publishers focused on providing collectible books with very high quality paper and bindings for collectors and libraries. A model already exists -- The Library of America. The Library of America series seeks "...to preserve the nation's heritage by publishing America's best and most significant writings in authoritative editions..."

Thanks to a donation by long-time friend to the Rensselaer Libraries, Ken Hoffman '73, we have been able to purchase a number of these Library of America classics, including those shown in these photographs from the "New Books" area on the main floor of the Folsom Library. See below for a photo of the bookplate Ken requested be inserted in each of the books purchased through his donation.

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Bob Mayo
Director, Rensselaer Libraries