This is not to say that most books are old, but it is inevitable, because many people read them, and frequent browsing will lead to aging.
Borrowing requires a card (monthly card or annual card), and the deposit varies according to the types of books. There was a deposit to be refunded when I did it before. I don't know if it is now.
There is a bookstore on the second floor on the east side of Renmin East Road. The environment is good and the books are very new. Anyone can read them. You can go and have a look. There is a CCB near the entrance. I can't remember the name of the bookstore