Little Free Libraries Bring Back the Beauty of a Book
As more people are swiping rather than turning a page, Bayside, Wis. and many other communities are bringing back the beauty of a book with Little Free Libraries.
While many people are shifting to thin, tech-savvy e-books, some still haven't forgotten the feeling of a traditional book — the smooth paper pages, showing character and age with the occasional coffee spot or a crooked dog-eared page marking a favorite passage. The lure of a physical, paper book has not been entirely lost, and thanks to Kim Caviggiola of Fox Point, Wis. a new Little Free Library (LFL) will help remind local park-goers of the beauty of a book. “For younger people, it’s important to expose them to the touch and feel of a book and turning pages,” Caviggiola said. “There’s something unique about holding a book in your hand, opening the cover and in some instances, seeing the author’s autograph on the title page.” The Little …
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Nsmommy
9:53 am on Monday, September 24, 2012
I have enjoyed several books from the Ellsworth Park LFL and one located in Whitefish Bay. There is nothing as wonderful as reading a book in a park. This is such a great project! more ›