For this episode we decided to try something new. Instead of looking at a whole chapter we took a look at just one quote. At first we were unsure we could chat about a quote for more than a few minutes. But the topic was so interesting we found we couldn’t stop talking about it!
Here’s the quote: “I love bookstores for many reasons but revere both the idea and practice of public libraries. To me they embody the civic scale practice of a gift economy and the notion of common property. Libraries are models of gift economies providing free access to not only books, but also music, tools, seeds and more. We don’t each have to own everything.”
As you’ve probably guessed we love to read and would be really lost without our libraries. But libraries are so much more than books. This episode is for everyone who loves libraries, everyone who used to love libraries and everyone who would benefit from a library, but doesn’t realize it yet - so, it’s for everyone!
Things we discuss in this episode:
The endless possibilities of libraries - not just for books!
The shocking amount of money we’ve each saved by making good use of the library.
How libraries can be a wonderland and a sanctuary.
The unfortunate story of Manon’s local library.
How libraries of all kinds are an integral part of the gift economy.
And so much more!
Cool things we reference
🏛️ The most beautiful libraries from around the world
📕 Cloud Cukoo Land - Anthony Doerr
Actions we are going to take:
Katherine: I am going to find other types of libraries in my area: seeds, food, art and craft supplies. I would like to start a library of these things if one does not already exist.
Manon: I want to find the community based sharing systems in my area and what can I contribute to them?
Thank you so much for listening today! We really appreciate you being here. In our next episode we are departing from non-fiction and deep diving into a gorgeous children’s book - Wildful by Kengo Kurimoto. Until then we hope you stay well and have many moments to Slow Read.
Your Friends,
Katherine and Manon
P.S. If you would like to read Serviceberry with us, please feel free to download our questions:
Share this post