The American Public Library

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Part Of Our Lives

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Author : Wayne A. Wiegand
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2015-09-10

Part Of Our Lives written by Wayne A. Wiegand and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-09-10 with History categories.

Despite dire predictions in the late twentieth century that public libraries would not survive the turn of the millennium, their numbers have only increased. Two of three Americans frequent a public library at least once a year, and nearly that many are registered borrowers. Although library authorities have argued that the public library functions primarily as a civic institution necessary for maintaining democracy, generations of library patrons tell a different story. In Part of Our Lives, Wayne A. Wiegand delves into the heart of why Americans love their libraries. The book traces the history of the public library, featuring records and testimonies from as early as 1850. Rather than analyzing the words of library founders and managers, Wiegand listens to the voices of everyday patrons who cherished libraries. Drawing on newspaper articles, memoirs, and biographies, Part of Our Lives paints a clear and engaging picture of Americans who value libraries not only as civic institutions, but also as public places that promote and maintain community. Whether as a public space, a place for accessing information, or a home for reading material that helps patrons make sense of the world around them, the public library has a rich history of meaning for millions of Americans. From colonial times through the recent technological revolution, libraries have continuously adapted to better serve the needs of their communities. Wiegand demonstrates that, although cultural authorities (including some librarians) have often disparaged reading books considered not "serious," the commonplace reading materials users obtained from public libraries have had a transformative effect for many, including people such as Ronald Reagan, Bill Moyers, Edgwina Danticat, Philip Roth, Toni Morrison, Sonia Sotomayor, and Oprah Winfrey. A bold challenge to conventional thinking about the American public library, Part of Our Lives is an insightful look into one of America's most beloved cultural institutions.

The American Public Library Handbook

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Author : Guy A. Marco
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
Release Date : 2011-11-29

The American Public Library Handbook written by Guy A. Marco and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011-11-29 with Language Arts & Disciplines categories.

A detailed reference work that documents every aspect of the American public library experience through topical entries, statistics, biographies, and profiles. The American Public Library Handbook is the first reference work to focus on all aspects of the American public library experience, providing a topical perspective through comprehensive essays and biographical information on important public librarians. Based upon the author's own notes and extensive experience, as well as library periodicals, library reference books, monographs, textbooks, Internet sources, and correspondence with individual libraries, this book comprises nearly 1,000 entries addressing all aspects of public library service. Each topical essay considers terminology of the area covered, its historical context, and current concerns and issues. Biographies highlight the philosophical perspective of the individuals covered, while entries on specific libraries present timely data and interesting facts about each facility. This unique handbook also offers up-to-date statistics, historical highlights, and information about programs and events of individual libraries.

The American Public Library

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Author : Arthur Elmore Bostwick
language : en
Publisher: Legare Street Press
Release Date : 2022-10-27

The American Public Library written by Arthur Elmore Bostwick and has been published by Legare Street Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-10-27 with History categories.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The American Public Library

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Author : Arthur E. Bostwick
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1917

The American Public Library written by Arthur E. Bostwick and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1917 with Library science categories.

The American Public Library Classic Reprint

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Author : Arthur E. Bostwick
language : en
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Release Date : 2017-09-16

The American Public Library Classic Reprint written by Arthur E. Bostwick and has been published by Forgotten Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-09-16 with Reference categories.

Excerpt from The American Public Library Meaning of Public Library - Library and City - Boards of Trustees - Funds - Propriety of public support - Library commissions - Federal relations - Library postage - The. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

The American Public Library Building

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Author : Joseph Lewis Wheeler
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1971

The American Public Library Building written by Joseph Lewis Wheeler and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1971 with Library architecture categories.

Books And Blueprints

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Author : Donald Oehlerts
language : en
Publisher: Praeger
Release Date : 1991-12-11

Books And Blueprints written by Donald Oehlerts and has been published by Praeger this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991-12-11 with Architecture categories.

The only comprehensive treatment of American library architecture, this work details the evolution of the modern public library from 1850 to the present. Oehlerts examines the influences on the professions of public architecture and librarianship that shaped America's library buildings.

Amer Public Lib

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Author : Arthur Elmore 1860-1942 Bostwick
language : en
Publisher: Wentworth Press
Release Date : 2016-08-24

Amer Public Lib written by Arthur Elmore 1860-1942 Bostwick and has been published by Wentworth Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2016-08-24 with History categories.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

The American City

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Author : Arthur Hastings Grant
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1965

The American City written by Arthur Hastings Grant and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1965 with Cities and towns categories.

Continueing Education For Adults Through The American Public Libary

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Author : ROBERT ELLIS LEE
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1966

Continueing Education For Adults Through The American Public Libary written by ROBERT ELLIS LEE and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1966 with categories.