British Library Reading Room (from Flickr)

This is a picture of the British Library Reading Room. This picture could be titled Why I Became a Librarian. Visiting the British Library is one of the most exhilarating experiences you can imagine. For your visit, you must make an appointment with a counselor who will determine if your research needs are suitable for the library. Then, you must surrender your bags and backpacks. You are allowed a small, clear bag for small items, such as pens and notebooks. After perusing the catalog, if you find a book you want, you have to ask a librarian to retrieve it for you. I was amazed at the all of the measures taken by the library to ensure that the books were treated as they should be. This library seemed much like a temple dedicated to honoring the written word.