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The Internet Archive is a treasure trove,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Internet Archive, which hosts our audiobooks, is currently running its annual fundraising campaign while launching an initiative to establish a mirror site in Canada, ensuring access for all users. The Internet Archive is a treasure trove, boasting millions of public domain books, audio recordings, films, radio shows, and other media. Additionally, they maintain an open library of copyrighted works that can be checked out by members with a virtual library card. This collection explores the vital role of public libraries, inspired by an essay from Chalmers Hadley, which will be featured as the first entry in this audiobook. The remainder of the collection draws from Project Gutenbergs curated library selections, comprising solo essays and chapters from notable books on library science and culture. 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