The National Library of Israel collections include some items that are "dressed up" to appear as something they are not! Whether it's forgeries of manuscripts intended to fool naive collectors, texts containing mysterious riddles that conceal their true nature, or prayer books written in a secret script - there's plenty to unmask at the National Library of Israel! See the video below to learn more, and have a happy Purim! | National Library of Israel

199 reactions · 97 shares | See how “American Ingenuity” can lead us forward – and inspire your next great read! Hear from Madeleine Albright, John Grisham, Colson Whitehead, Amy Tan, Jason Reynolds, and more at The Library of Congress 20th National Book Festival from Sept. 25-27. You won't want to miss the PBS broadcast special premiering on PBS stations Sept. 27 at 6/5c: https://to.pbs.org/3cwpBvp. | PBS Books | Facebook

4.3K views · 69 reactions | In celebration of #NationalLibraryWeek we asked a few Norse what their favorite Preus Library study spots are. This is what they had to say.  Share some of your favorite Preus Library study spots or memories in the comment section!  #LutherCollege | Luther College | Facebook

For generations, the DAR Library has preserved the stories of our shared history. To continue these exceptional preservation efforts, the DAR Library is once again raising the bar—advancing our digital capabilities and building a modern, intuitive research portal that will make our extraordinary collections easier to search, easier to explore, and more accessible to Daughters and researchers everywhere. This #GivingTuesday, your support will help create a cutting-edge, easy-to-search portal that

1.9K views · 29 reactions | As Family History Month ends, we’re focusing on published histories in our Main Reading Room. Family histories contain a wealth of information and are a great starting point to help you discover more about the generations before you. Need more inspiration? Ask a Librarian and start writing your family story: https://brnw.ch/21wMdIK | National Library of Australia | Facebook

63K views · 384 reactions | Research your family history through our vast collections of maps, films, manuscripts, newspapers and directories. Experience your ancestors. | National Library of Scotland | Facebook