When I first stepped into the library for our visit during the History Education module, I had no idea what to expect. To be honest, I never really thought much about how a library is organized or how much valuable knowledge it holds. It was just a place with books, at least, that’s what I thought before. But as I started exploring, I realized how much I had been missing. The way history books are categorized is incredibly systematic. I learned that history falls under call number 900, with specific sections for dictionaries, biographies, world history, European history, and even Bhutanese history. Everything was arranged in a snake-like direction from left to right, and books by Western authors were sorted by surname, which I found fascinating. The librarian was incredibly knowledgeable, effortlessly guiding us through this structure and helping us find key resources like Vanished Civilization, 100 Years of World War I, and the Great World Atlas.
One of the most impressive discoveries was the History and Civic Corner, where rare and expensive books were stored. It made me realize how valuable these texts are for historical research. The Commerce Corner held history textbooks for grades 7-10, showing that the library wasn’t just for advanced academic study but also supported general learning. Recently published books were placed at the front, opposite the most demanded ones, and magazines and articles were conveniently kept beside them. The Book Drive Corner housed books that were most frequently borrowed, highlighting what students found most useful. What surprised me the most was how much thought goes into organizing all these materials so that students can access knowledge efficiently. Before this visit, I never understood the importance of this kind of system. But now, I see how a well-structured library can completely transform the way we engage with research and learning.
A big part of why this visit was so insightful was thanks to our module tutor, Sangay Phuntsho Sir, who allowed us to explore the library in this way. His guidance made it possible for me to understand things I never paid attention to before. This experience opened my eyes to just how valuable a library can be, not just as a place to borrow books, but as a treasure trove of knowledge waiting to be explored.
Written by Karma Tenzin, B.Ed. Year I
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