The University of Michigan libraries have rapidly evolved to provide a myriad of resources beyond just supplying books.

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The desire to pass on knowledge spurred the evolution of books made of washi paper. Artisans carry on the trade of binding with thread, repairing damaged books, and creating facsimiles of old books.