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Books and war: from James Bond to leaflet bombing

History Extra podcast

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The Durability of Books and the History of Libraries

This chapter explores the durability of books in the context of the situation in Ukraine, emphasizing their ability to be regenerated or replaced easily. It also highlights the historical pattern of libraries being disrupted and reconstructed, while emphasizing the resilience of the written word.

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