| Description |
x, 251 pages ; 22 cm |
| Contents |
Introduction to the public library -- The origins of the public library movement -- Development of purpose in the public library movenment -- Modern statements of purpose -- The modern social background -- The British public library today -- The library for education and information -- The library for recreation -- The library in other social fields -- The library without books? -- Public Lending Right -- The significance and limitations of the public library |
| Summary |
"This book can be regarded as a definitive exposition of the growth and development of the Public Library. The text has been revised for this edition with the present debate over charging for public services very much in mind, and makes stimulating basic background reading."--Book jacket |
| Analysis |
Great Britain Public libraries |
| Notes |
Great Britain. Public libraries (BNB/PRECIS) |
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Previous ed.: London : Harrap, 1971 |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliography and index |
| Subject |
Public libraries -- Great Britain.
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| LC no. |
bnb85157430 |
| ISBN |
0851574300 |
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