How many books are in the british library?

The British Library has a vast collection, but it doesn't track the exact number of books it holds. This is because the collection includes:

* Bound books: These are the traditional books we think of, but the number is constantly changing as new books are acquired and others are removed from the collection.

* Manuscripts: These are handwritten documents, including letters, maps, and even musical scores.

* E-books: The library holds a large digital collection, and this number is always growing.

* Other materials: The collection includes maps, photographs, music scores, and even sound recordings.

While an exact number is not available, the British Library states that it holds over 150 million items, making it one of the largest libraries in the world.