A beautiful reflection on what books and libraries have meant to us over the ages. Written with such sweet passion for the love of books, I do believe that Alberto Manguel is a kindred spirit (even if I do prefer the act of reading slightly more to the possession of books).

Containing fascinating stories from history as well as personal anecdotes, The Library at Night is charming and simple while still containing heavy thoughtful themes, such as why do we think the written word is immortal? I've been left with some thoughts to chew on.