Abstract: As a public welfare institution, the library should be supported with state funds. At the present stage, it is diffi- cult to achieve the rapid development of the library in China with relying solely on government. Mobilizing so- cial forces to participate in the construction of the library can compensate for the lack of government invest- ment. This paper analyses the feasibility of social forces to participate in the construction of the library, and discusses construction approaches.

Key words: social force; the construction of library; construction approach