b) Thomas Jefferson

Thomas Jefferson was known for his extensive collection of books, which later helped to rebuild the Library of Congress after it was burned in 1814. Jefferson’s personal library, one of the largest in America at the time, was sold to the government to restore the Library of Congress’ collection. His wide range of interests, reflected in his library, underscored his intellectual curiosity and depth of knowledge. Jefferson’s contribution to rebuilding the library highlights both his commitment to learning and the importance of preserving knowledge for the nation.