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Why do we need a public library? Material for a library campaign - Embracing the Transformative Power of Public Libraries - cover

Why do we need a public library? Material for a library campaign - Embracing the Transformative Power of Public Libraries

Theodore Roosevelt, James Russell Lowell, William McKinley, Winston Churchill, Andrew Carnegie, J. N. Larned, Sir Walter Besant, William J. Bryan, John P. Buckley, Frederick M. Crunden, William R. Eastman, W. I. Fletcher, W. E. Foster, Chalmers Hadley, Joseph Le Roy Harrison, Caroline M. Hewins, Henry E. Legler, Irene Van Kleeck

Publisher: Good Press

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Summary

In the compelling anthology 'Why Do We Need a Public Library? Material for a Library Campaign,' an impressive array of essays and speeches converge to underscore the timeless significance of public libraries. The collection melds differing literary styles ranging from eloquent oratory to succinct, persuasive essays, each reinforcing the library as a cornerstone of informed and equitable societies. The works stress the intrinsic value of libraries as epicenters of learning, community engagement, and cultural preservation, weaving through different epochs to assert libraries' vital role in democratic participation and enlightenment. The contributors, including noted figures such as Theodore Roosevelt, Winston Churchill, and Andrew Carnegie, represent a spectrum of thought leaders and literary figures whose influences span various historical and cultural landscapes. Together, they champion themes central to the educational and societal advancements fostered by public libraries. The anthology aligns with significant literary and cultural movements advocating for public intellectualism and access to information, enriching the collective understanding through their unique experiences and perspectives. This anthology presents a unique opportunity to explore a vibrant tapestry of insights on the public library system's indispensable role. It's an invitation to readers to examine the multifaceted arguments for library advocacy, offering an educational voyage through the confluence of historic and contemporary voices. Readers are encouraged to delve into this collection, whether for academic enrichment or engaging discourse, to appreciate the dialogues it fosters on the importance of preserving such invaluable public institutions.
Available since: 10/04/2023.
Print length: 43 pages.

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