amongst its collection are numerous old and rare works such as a 1778 encyclopedia, part of the collection of mozart de araújo, the first french edition of the wealth of nations (1800) by adam smith, and a rare edition of the tragedies of euripides, with the greek text (1879) - the library's catalogue can be accessed on this link.

fully computerized, the library holds an incredible collection of literature in the field of art and social sciences - approximately 140 thousand documents on general information and the economy - as well as newspaper collections.  

moreover, it is known for its large range of children's titles, its selection of audio-books and its classical music assemblage.