Even the gift shop is cute and holds various little knickknacks that make for more interesting souvenirs than the usual. Quite a few books are displayed in cases with explanations to go along with the beautiful paintings, texts etc. Great atmosphere with the original furniture famous authors like Bram Stoker sat in while researching. This candle, based on the Frances Hodgson Burnett novel The Secret Garden, smells like english ivy and blooms. You know a book-scented candle based on a book all about gardens is going to smell amazing. pointing out bullet holes in some books and book cases from the Easter Rising. You can get a wax melt for 5.50, a 4 oz candle for 8.50, or an 8 oz candle for 15. The staff was very friendly and helpful, answering all our questions and giving bonus information e.g. Hidden throughout were Lego figures to find and tick off a sheet as a nice little game (very convenient for my husband to pass the time I took immersing myself into the 18th century feel and chatting with the staff). CLICK THE HEART NEXT TO THE ITEM YOU WANT TO ADD. LOG INTO YOUR ACCOUNT TO ADD TO WISH LIST.
Smell of old library books full#
And Paris has some of the best libraries that are full of leather bound books, yellowing paper and corners. Sweet and lovely with just a touch of the musty smell of aged paper, Demeters Paperback harnesses that scent with a sprinkling of violets and a dash of tasteful potpourri. and the reassuring smell of yellowing paper. The shelves and shelves of old books and the ladders gave me the feeling of standing in Hogwarts' library. A trip to your favorite library or used bookstore. Even though it is quite small, there is a lot packed in there. Marsh’s Library was a great experience for us. Thanks to the team there for such a lovely visit. It's not a very long visit but it's absolutely worth it. It's very cheap to visit and I've encouraged many visitors to go there if they have the time. Whether you're interested in a beautiful old map of Ireland, or just a small token like a bookmark to have as a memento, it's all really nicely done. Well, its called the the Mariko Aoki phenomenon, and according to the Wikipedia page, it could be caused by: 'the smell of paper or ink having a laxative effect, the association with reading on. The gift shop is nicely located downstairs and they have a lovely range of things for sale. The reading cages are fascinating and the building itself seems to be kept in such good condition, it feels like stepping back in time. It must be a lovely place to work and they do alot of conservation work on the many books they hold. The staff were all very welcoming and happy to talk and answer questions. It's beautiful in many ways and in such a buzzing part of the city, it's a spot of tranquility and calmness and you can sense the rich history of both it's past, and that of the many books on the shelves.
Shamefully I've lived in Dublin nearly my whole life and only visited the Library last year, always the way.
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