fine Coimbra University Library, Portugal

facade of Joanine Library, University of Coimbraestablished 1717WikiOne of the primary functions of libraries was to protect books from the physical effects of climate, theft, vandalism, and bugs. And the role of library historians is about art history, buildings, science, technology, culture, religion and education. Thank you Dr J Campbell.I chose the Biblioteca Joanina, a baroque library in Coimbra University Portugal, because it was considered one of the most beautiful libraries in the world. It was named to honour the founder, Portugal’s King João V aka John V, who began building in 1717 until 1728. This remarkable library of early C18th Europe was registered as a National Monument. The Coimbra Uni Library was the best example of Portuguese Baroque and one of the richest European libraries. The Library functioned as the Uni Library until mid C20th.King John V's portraitwikiThe Noble Floor consisted of 3 halls filled with shelves & verandas richly ornamented with carvings & gold…