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Sheffield City Libraries: Your help is needed - a few readers are stealing books and periodicals, c. 1930
From an original at Sheffield Libraries: y13767
Sheffield City Archives and Local Studies Library has an unrivalled collection of images of Sheffield, England
Media ID 19190756
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Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the captivating history of Sheffield City Libraries with our intricately detailed jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This fascinating puzzle, featuring the image "Sheffield City Libraries: Your help is needed - a few readers are stealing books and periodicals, c. 1930" from Sheffield City Archives, invites you to step back in time and piece together a moment from the past. With a rich, vintage aesthetic, this puzzle offers hours of engaging entertainment for puzzle enthusiasts of all ages. Bring the intrigue and mystery of Sheffield City Libraries to life in your own home, while supporting a cherished institution. Let the adventure begin!
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion
Estimated Product Size is 31.5cm x 47.2cm (12.4" x 18.6")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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Caption: "Sheffield City Libraries: Your Help is Needed - A Glimpse into the Past". Step back in time to circa 1930 with this intriguing print from Sheffield City Archives. Captured within the walls of Sheffield City Libraries, this image sheds light on a peculiar issue faced by librarians and readers alike during that era. Titled "Your help is needed - a few readers are stealing books and periodicals" this photograph offers a glimpse into an unfortunate chapter of Sheffield's library history. The image serves as a reminder that even in places dedicated to knowledge and learning, there were individuals who sought to take advantage. The black-and-white snapshot showcases rows upon rows of bookshelves, meticulously organized with literary treasures waiting to be discovered. Yet, amidst this haven for bibliophiles, a notice board stands prominently displaying an urgent plea for assistance. Librarians sought the cooperation of visitors to prevent thefts that had been occurring sporadically. This rare archival piece not only highlights the challenges faced by libraries in maintaining their collections but also provides valuable insight into societal norms and behaviors at the time. It invites us to reflect on how public spaces have evolved over decades while reminding us that preserving shared resources requires collective responsibility. As we admire this historical artifact from Sheffield's past, let it serve as a testament to the enduring importance of libraries as community hubs fostering education, enlightenment, and respect for one another's intellectual property.
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