Game Info[]
Basic science building of the Ancient Era.
- Common traits:
- +1 Science for every 2 Citizens in this city.
- +1 Gold with Sovereignty social policy
Strategy[]
The Library increases the Science output of the city, speeding up a civilization's acquisition of new technology. It is the first science building, so it's a must (all other buildings from the science chain require it), and its effect becomes greater as the city's Population increases.
You need a Library in every city in order to unlock the National College.
Note that the Great Library provides a free Library. If you plan on constructing this wonder in one of your cities, don't bother building a Library there!
Civilopedia entry[]
A library is a building housing a collection of books, scrolls, and other written material. Historically, books have been fairly expensive, often beyond the reach of a civilization's poorer classes. The library allows the poor access to the same knowledge as the rich, greatly improving their chances of success and advancement.
See also[]
- Library in other games