It was in Durmond that I made the wonderful discovery of interlibrary loan, the greatest invention since the light bulb. {…} All the libraries were linked together, so no matter where I moved, as long as I had a library card I would be part of a web as powerful and beautiful as the one in Charlotte's Web. Just as Charlotte the spider wrote messages in her web that transformed Wilbur the ordinary pig into "some pig," this web would transform me. I would eventually collect nearly fifty different library cards. I was snagged forever in the wonderful web of the public library system.
In "Memoirs of a Bookbat," author Kathryn Lasky reflects on her invaluable discovery of interlibrary loan services while in Durmond. She describes it as the most significant innovation since the light bulb. This system allowed her to access a vast network of libraries, ensuring that no matter where she relocated, she could remain connected to an expansive collection of books through her library card. This connectivity resonated deeply with her, akin to the powerful web crafted by Charlotte in "Charlotte's Web."
Lasky expresses her joy in being a part of this intricate library system, which profoundly transformed her experience as a reader. Over time, she collected almost fifty library cards, symbolizing her commitment to this literary web. Just as Charlotte's messages elevated Wilbur's status, the access to diverse literary resources enriched Lasky's life, anchoring her forever in the wonderful world of public libraries.
