Beinecke LibraryBeinecke library of Yale University is a rare gift by the Beinecke family in 1963. the library is also known as Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library (BRBL). Architect Gordon Bunshaft has designed the building of the library. It is the largest building of the world, which is reserved for the preservation of manuscript and rare books. The building is located in the center of the university in Beinecke Plaza.
The ground tower full with books is surrounded by windowless rectangular building with the translucent Danby marble walls giving protection from the light. There are three floors of stacks, which are extended under the Hewitt Quadrangle. There is also an exhibition hall in the library with other areas such as study areas, reading rooms, microfilm room, book storage areas and catalogue room. There are two books of Gutenberg bible, which are kept for the people. The librarians are asked to turn one page of both of the book daily. Here are some important holdings that library contains;
American Children Literature
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