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Barbarians at the Gates of the Public Library is a philosophical and historical analysis of how the rise of consumerism has led to the decline of the original mission of public libraries to sustain and promote democracy through civic education. Through a reading of historical figures such as Plato, Helvetius, Rousseau, and John Stuart Mill, the book shows how democracy and even capitalism were originally believed to depend upon the moral and political education that… More >>
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Connecting to share ideas, resources, and programs offers school and public libraries an exciting means of achieving their own goals as well as those of the community at large. In this timely guide, young adult library consultant Tasha Squires delves into the many possible avenues for partnership, from summer reading programs to book talks to resource sharing and more. Her advice is designed to help librarians appreciate, communicate, and build on the benefits of th… More >>
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A guide to serving the 12-18 year-old age group in libraries. Topics covered include motivating young adults to participate in the library, providing reference and homework support and creating a user-friendly and distinct young adult space in the library…. More >>
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