In December 2007, Dolly arrived at Rotherham hospital to launch her Imagination Library, a scheme that gave free books to children.
Why it mattersThe visit showed Dolly cared deeply for communities outside the spotlight, especially towns like Rotherham that she saw in herself.
AustraliaThe Imagination Library expanded worldwide after the Rotherham launch and now provides free books to children in multiple countries.
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