Notes on Publishing Books (13): The First Efforts to Establish Public and National Libraries in the Qajar Era

In this article, the author introduces the first public library in Iran, located in the city of Tabriz. The article details the establishment and development of this library, including its activities, founders, directors, benefactors, and more. Furthermore, it discusses the Central National Library of Iran, the first national library established in Tehran during the reign of Muẓaffar al-Din Shah. The article explores the foundation, management, benefactors, the diversity of books, and other aspects of the library. Finally, a list of the initial books held by these two libraries is provided.