 The hidden part of the Joburg City Library - below the reference library is a city of books. Some of the belowstairs books. The books belowstairs stretch into the distance. The worn 1934 steps used by generations of librarians to fetch and carry books for the reference section of the library. Looking down into the entrance hall - the escalators are ecologically sounds - they start only when someone sets foot on them. Two antique printing presses have been sited in the entrance hall. The makers mark on one of the printing presses.  Just check the beautifully restored door handles. The huge library is still being unpacked. Some of the many computers for library users are up and running already. The lovely lending library - modernised but using some of the original shelving. Wherever you look, the Art Deco roots of the Joburg City Library have been restored. The beautiful Michaelis room, packed with art books - on the Floor above, desk with computers will be provided. The Central Library and gardens - old Market Square - c.1935
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