I spent two hours at the library this evening. I went to get some books on military history for an essay on the “Military Revolution” (or was it?) from the fifteenth through seventeenth centuries. I came out with much more.
I ended up with a book in French. I don’t know French. At least it was on topic. Then things got interesting. I saw a book on the history of chocolate right next to the history books I needed. So I got it. Thinks went downhill from there.
To make a long story short, I ended up with seventeen books, just under half not related to my paper.
That library was quite fascinating, though I thoguht it was rather peculiar–so modern and so hidden. (same library?) We didn’t have much time to explore it…I still have my card, though. Have you been down in the basement to see the rare books and collectables?? HEE who wouldn’t pick up a book on the history of chocolate…after browsing by the french section while looking for a book on the miliatry…? *averts eyes*