"The Library: An Illustrated History" by Stuart A. P. Murray explores the evolution of libraries from ancient times to the modern era 【1】. Key themes and topics that could help you draw connections to other books in a library include:
* **History of Libraries**: The book traces the history of libraries from ancient Greece to modern America 【1】, including those in Babylon and Alexandria 【6】【7】. It examines their development across different eras 【2】 from clay tablets to silicone chips 【2】.
* **The Changing Form and Function of the Book**: The book looks at how the form and function of books have changed throughout history 【2】【5】.
* **The Reader**: It also tells the story of the reader and how they have changed from era to era 【2】.
* **Libraries Through the Ages**: The book provides glimpses into various libraries across different countries and ages 【3】. It covers ancient libraries, the Middle Ages, and libraries in the Orient 【3】.
* **Destruction of Libraries**: A recurring theme is the destruction of libraries through warfare, invasion, and other means 【4】.
