National libraries as centers of innovation: An IFLA Journal 40th anniversary tribute

摘要

National libraries capture and preserve the memory of nations, all the while maintaining a position in the present and the future. Their missions include the preservation of the national memory and culture of a nation. They have an obligation to educate. They foster national development and publish the cultural heritage. National libraries serve as the recognized repository of a nation's publications. They strive to preserve knowledge and experiences in conventional and digital formats.