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1. WELCOME T o our presensation on the topic on libararies

2. ABOUT AUTHOR ; Oliver Wolf Sacks CBE FRCP was a British neurologist, naturalist, historian of science, and writer. Born in London, Sacks received his medical degree in 1958 from The Queen's College, Oxford, before moving to the United States, where he spent most of his career.  Wikipedia Born:  July 9, 1933,  Cricklewood, London, United Kingdom Died:  August 30, 2015 (age 82 years),  Manhattan, New York, United States Education:  The Queen's College  (1958–1960),  The Queen's College   ( 1956–1958),  University of California, Los Angeles Parents:  Muriel Elsie Landau ,  Samuel Sacks

3. Libraries as portals to the mind ; Sacks believed that libraries play a crucial role in society by providing access to a wealth of information and resources. In his book "The Mind's Eye," he explores the impact of vision and perception on the human experience, and he often cited the role of libraries in shaping his ow n intellectual development . In his book "The Mind's Eye," Sacks wrote about how libraries have the power to transport us to other worlds and times, and how they can help us make sense of our own experiences. He also discussed the role of libraries in preserving and sharing the stories and histories of different cultures and communities.

4. Role of Libraries in Sacks' Life: ●       Childhood Influence: Sacks fondly recalls his childhood library, where he developed a passion for reading and found inspiration in the works of various authors. ●       Educational Haven:  Libraries, such as the Willesden Public Library and Queen’s College library, provided Sacks with education beyond formal schooling, allowing him to pursue his interests in sciences and literature. ●       Historical Exploration:  Sacks delves into the historical and rare collections of books, emphasizing the significance of physical books and the unique experience of handling ancient volumes.

5. Importance of library and its elements T he readers, the books and the staff  are the importance elements of library. Libraries are not just buildings filled with books. They are places where knowledge is preserved, shared, and accessible to everyone. They serve as community hubs, offering a wide range of resources and programs for people of all ages . The main purpose of a library is to serve the society through the record of human thoughts, ideas and expressions by making them available to all. They vary according to the type of libraries. 1. To provide access to a large collection of different kind of books and other reading materials at one place.

6. Theme: Intellectual Freedom:   Sacks celebrates the intellectual freedom he found in libraries, where he could explore diverse subjects and follow his own interests . Community and Camaraderie : The essay emphasizes the sense of community and intimacy within libraries, where readers share a common quest for knowledge. Shift in Technology:  Sacks reflects on the changing landscape of libraries with the advent of computers, highlighting the shift from physical books to digital access.

7. MAIN POINTS OF THE ESSAY: He disliked school because he preferred active learning and exploring topics that interested him rather than passive instruction in a classroom setting. He felt a sense of freedom and joy at the library, being able to explore thousands of books, roam the shelves, and enjoy the quiet companionship of other readers. It was a place where he could be himself.  The library at the Queen's College was a magnificent building designed by Wren, with vast underground holdings and ancient books like Gesner's illustrated animal work and Darwin's original editions. It was here he discovered 17th and 18th-century literature and gained a sense of history and language. He was horrified when he visited the library because he found the shelves sparsely occupied, with most books thrown out due to their shift to digitalization. He felt like centuries of knowledge were being lost, and he missed the feel, smell, and look of real books.