this is why i own (probably way) more than 2000 books

[lcohen]

i have a running e-mail that i send to myself every time someone mentions a book that i think i might like to try to get out of the library (as opposed to my wish list where i think i might buy it cause i'm trying to buy fewer books

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[jwg]

The system used by the Cambridge Public Library has a wish list. I use it somewhat.

[beamjockey]

My own system for a book that has come to my attention is to add it to a personal list on Worldcat.org. One virtue is that a list of libraries that hold the title is just a click or two away.

Here's my list, "Things to Check OutPublic libraries cannot satisfy all my urges, especially for scholarly tomes. About once a year, I parachute into your neighborhood, armed with my superpower-- a U of Chicago library card authorized by the Fermilab librarians-- and a sturdy suitcase. I raid the Crear and the Regenstein

[lcohen]

you should let me know before one of your pilgrimages and we could get lunch!

[klwilliams]

That's not very many books. I hope you have a good library nearby.

[lcohen]

well it's sure more than i'm going to look for in one trip!

the evanston public library is a good system and so is the chicago public library.

[lcohen]

i know someone who has an elegant reading corner with far fewer books than that, though!