The Brits are selling off (and in some cases, pulping) library books in order to diversify their holdings, according to this Spectator piece by Julia Lewis. Madness? Certainly. Listen:

David Blunkett has just called for immigrants to learn English and make an effort to integrate themselves into the life and customs of this country. If he wants them to get to know our culture and if he wants English to become a unifying force, he should perhaps take a look at his government