The John Rylands Library is a historic library located in Manchester, England. It was founded in 1899 by Enriqueta Augustina Rylands in memory of her husband, John Rylands, a prominent local businessman and philanthropist. The library is known for its stunning Gothic architecture and houses a vast collection of rare books and manuscripts. The library is part of the University of Manchester and serves as a public research library. It contains over 1.4 million items, including significant works from the medieval period and early printed books. The John Rylands Library is a key cultural institution, attracting visitors and researchers from around the world.