Abstract

The article describes a trip to Harvard University and a visit to the library of this educational institution, which opened in 1638. Nowadays, the total fund is about 8 million printed publications. The library network of the university unites 80 libraries of various faculties, such as natural sciences, applied, humanitarian, medical and other scientific departments. Throughout its existence, the university has trained 79 Nobel Prize winners, 45 US presidents, 12 of them were university graduates. And all thanks to the active assistance of the library institutions of the educational institution, which are open 24 hours for visitors, students and teachers. In the United States, library visits have become a common cultural activity among the population. Many families encourage their children to visit the school libraries and advise them which books to read. Also, highly qualified librarians always come to help with their recommendations, that the book is an excellent teacher and mentor.

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