Oh, what's that I hear you say? You think that's an unrealistically nimble librarian? Well, what's say we dig into my reference files, shall we...
My favorite boss always used to say being a librarian is a much more physically demanding job than people realize...guess she was on to something!
(Source: https://www.tsl.texas.gov/lobbyexhibits/alacarte-keeping)
6 thoughts on “Madam Librarian.”
PlasticInsect
My goodness! That photo is like one of those contrived textbook illustrations that shows, in a single image, the complete set of possible OSHA safety violations that can happen in a library. I hope she at least remembers to lift from her knees.
Uncle Mortemius
You’re so right! I hadn’t even noticed with everything else going on in that image, but she’s even using the “this is not a step” step! This lady was hardcore.
Peya Luna
while i agree that librarians are more what they seem – remember giles anyone? – this one seems a bit too old for such shennigans.
Uncle Mortemius
hmm…perhaps she has certain…secrets…for staying so youthful??
Gordian Plot
My father worked in a library when i was a kid, so i was practically raised by librarians. This is more accurate than most people think. You should have seen this one old lady using a circular saw to bind periodicals.
Uncle Mortemius
Ha! I love it. Sounds like you have some great library stories 🙂
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