alKitb
alKitb is a nonprofit digital library and research platform devoted to Arabic-language manuscripts and literary works. It operates as a global network linking libraries, universities, and cultural organizations to preserve, digitize, and provide scholarly access to a broad corpus spanning medieval to contemporary Arabic texts.
History: The project was launched in 2012 by an international consortium of libraries and academic institutions
Collections and content: alKitb hosts digitized manuscripts, early printed books, periodicals, and modern Arabic literature. Materials
Access and use: The platform emphasizes open access for research and education. Many items are available under
Governance and funding: alKitb is governed by an international board comprising librarians, scholars, and cultural sector
Impact: Since its inception, alKitb has become a key resource for researchers of Arabic literature, Islamic