Author: Grant Burns
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 9780786483167
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
The depictions of librarians in over 374 novels, short stories, and plays in English are the focus of this fully annotated reference work. Librarians, no less than other professionals, want to know how they are depicted in fiction. The stereotypical or fictional librarian--the one with the bun, comfortable shoes, and dour demeanor--may be fading, but fiction teaches a lesson about public perception. Actually, story librarians are often described as adaptable, knowledgeable, shrewd, tactful, tender and intelligent--traits that the authors, and by extension the readers, look for in their librarians. All entries include complete bibliographic data, followed by a lengthy annotation that discusses how the librarian fits into the story and gives insight to how he or she is depicted. Title and author indexes are provided for further utility.
Librarians in Fiction
Author: Grant Burns
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 9780786483167
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
The depictions of librarians in over 374 novels, short stories, and plays in English are the focus of this fully annotated reference work. Librarians, no less than other professionals, want to know how they are depicted in fiction. The stereotypical or fictional librarian--the one with the bun, comfortable shoes, and dour demeanor--may be fading, but fiction teaches a lesson about public perception. Actually, story librarians are often described as adaptable, knowledgeable, shrewd, tactful, tender and intelligent--traits that the authors, and by extension the readers, look for in their librarians. All entries include complete bibliographic data, followed by a lengthy annotation that discusses how the librarian fits into the story and gives insight to how he or she is depicted. Title and author indexes are provided for further utility.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 9780786483167
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 202
Book Description
The depictions of librarians in over 374 novels, short stories, and plays in English are the focus of this fully annotated reference work. Librarians, no less than other professionals, want to know how they are depicted in fiction. The stereotypical or fictional librarian--the one with the bun, comfortable shoes, and dour demeanor--may be fading, but fiction teaches a lesson about public perception. Actually, story librarians are often described as adaptable, knowledgeable, shrewd, tactful, tender and intelligent--traits that the authors, and by extension the readers, look for in their librarians. All entries include complete bibliographic data, followed by a lengthy annotation that discusses how the librarian fits into the story and gives insight to how he or she is depicted. Title and author indexes are provided for further utility.
The New Academic Librarian
Author: Rebeca Peacock
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476613257
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
The new essays on today's academic librarians examine above all their functions and responsibilities--since these have greatly changed just in recent years, especially in matters of technology. These librarians/essayists step away from yesterday's stereotypes and explain at length their new roles. From digital resources and special collections, to web development and new outreach initiatives, the topics covered by the essays in this book will reassure new librarians and stimulate prospective librarians as they realize the enhanced and varied positions that are available in the 21st century academic library.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 1476613257
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 211
Book Description
The new essays on today's academic librarians examine above all their functions and responsibilities--since these have greatly changed just in recent years, especially in matters of technology. These librarians/essayists step away from yesterday's stereotypes and explain at length their new roles. From digital resources and special collections, to web development and new outreach initiatives, the topics covered by the essays in this book will reassure new librarians and stimulate prospective librarians as they realize the enhanced and varied positions that are available in the 21st century academic library.
The Librarian
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Languages : en
Pages : 172
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Pages : 172
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The Star-Crossed Librarians
Author: OJ LEIGH
Publisher: OJ LEIGH
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 69
Book Description
Welcome to Havenbrook, a town steeped in charm and mystery, where the cobblestone streets hold tales of generations past. Nestled within this idyllic setting are two souls destined to unravel not only the enigmas of history but also the profound bonds of love and destiny. Dorothy has spent a lifetime tending to the precious Oakwood Library, a sanctuary of ancient wisdom and stories etched into time's embrace. Her heart beats in harmony with the whispers of the past, and her devotion to preserving the town's legacy is unwavering. Across town stands the Beechwood Library, a modern marvel of innovation, and within its walls resides Keanu, a spirited young librarian brimming with a passion for bridging the gap between tradition and progress. Fate, it seems, has orchestrated an extraordinary rendezvous for these two kindred spirits. A twist of serendipity thrusts Dorothy and Keanu together, embarking them on an unforeseen journey of collaboration. Their mission: to decipher a cryptic historical puzzle buried deep within the archives, one that promises to unearth a secret hidden for centuries. As they dive into forgotten manuscripts and trace the footsteps of those who came before, Dorothy and Keanu find themselves spellbound by a narrative that transcends time's boundaries. Their shared pursuit unveils not only the secrets of history but also the threads that connect their own families. With each revelation, their connection deepens, weaving an intricate tapestry of emotions that neither could have foreseen. In the hushed recesses of libraries, where wisdom is bound in leather and ink, these two librarians embark on a journey that will change the course of their lives. "The Star-Crossed Librarians" invites you to immerse yourself in a tale of love that defies time's constraints, of mysteries that transcend eras, and of the profound magic that dwells within the pages of a book. Join us as we traverse the corridors of time and the intricacies of the heart, guided by the quiet enchantment of libraries. Through twists of fate and turns of destiny, Dorothy and Keanu's story will capture your imagination and remind you that, even in the digital age, the past is a treasure trove worth cherishing and that love is a force that transcends both history and time.
Publisher: OJ LEIGH
ISBN:
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 69
Book Description
Welcome to Havenbrook, a town steeped in charm and mystery, where the cobblestone streets hold tales of generations past. Nestled within this idyllic setting are two souls destined to unravel not only the enigmas of history but also the profound bonds of love and destiny. Dorothy has spent a lifetime tending to the precious Oakwood Library, a sanctuary of ancient wisdom and stories etched into time's embrace. Her heart beats in harmony with the whispers of the past, and her devotion to preserving the town's legacy is unwavering. Across town stands the Beechwood Library, a modern marvel of innovation, and within its walls resides Keanu, a spirited young librarian brimming with a passion for bridging the gap between tradition and progress. Fate, it seems, has orchestrated an extraordinary rendezvous for these two kindred spirits. A twist of serendipity thrusts Dorothy and Keanu together, embarking them on an unforeseen journey of collaboration. Their mission: to decipher a cryptic historical puzzle buried deep within the archives, one that promises to unearth a secret hidden for centuries. As they dive into forgotten manuscripts and trace the footsteps of those who came before, Dorothy and Keanu find themselves spellbound by a narrative that transcends time's boundaries. Their shared pursuit unveils not only the secrets of history but also the threads that connect their own families. With each revelation, their connection deepens, weaving an intricate tapestry of emotions that neither could have foreseen. In the hushed recesses of libraries, where wisdom is bound in leather and ink, these two librarians embark on a journey that will change the course of their lives. "The Star-Crossed Librarians" invites you to immerse yourself in a tale of love that defies time's constraints, of mysteries that transcend eras, and of the profound magic that dwells within the pages of a book. Join us as we traverse the corridors of time and the intricacies of the heart, guided by the quiet enchantment of libraries. Through twists of fate and turns of destiny, Dorothy and Keanu's story will capture your imagination and remind you that, even in the digital age, the past is a treasure trove worth cherishing and that love is a force that transcends both history and time.
Handbook of Black Librarianship
Author: Andrew P. Jackson
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538181118
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 425
Book Description
As Dr. Josey and Ms. DeLoach wrote in their Introduction to the second editionof The Handbook of Black Librarianship: “In designing the second edition of The Handbook of Black Librarianship, the editors felt that this work should be a reference tool related to the various aspects of African Americans in librarianship and their work in libraries.” That first edition covered issues faced by black library professionals in the various fields of librarianship; organizations formed; black library collections and books; resources and other areas of progress. The second edition, published twenty-three years later, highlighted more current events in Black librarianship: early and contemporary library organizations, vital issues, African American resources, discussions on and about librarianship, a focus on health librarianship, and information resources and education. It has now been another twenty-two years since the last edition and time to reflect on “various aspects of African Americans” in our profession as well as the advancements over the past two and a half decades and to review those issues African Americans still face and how modern technological advancements have impacted our profession and the lives of Black librarians. This third edition’s coverage includes: Pioneers and Landmark Episodes A Chronology of Events in Black Librarianship African American Forerunners in Librarianship Modern Day Black Library Organizations Vital Issues in Black Librarianship Library Service to Our Communities Library Technology and Black Librarianship Pearls from Our Retirees Issues in Diversity, Inclusion and Multiculturalism African Library Resources and Education Banned Books Significant Books and Periodicals for Black Collections
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 1538181118
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 425
Book Description
As Dr. Josey and Ms. DeLoach wrote in their Introduction to the second editionof The Handbook of Black Librarianship: “In designing the second edition of The Handbook of Black Librarianship, the editors felt that this work should be a reference tool related to the various aspects of African Americans in librarianship and their work in libraries.” That first edition covered issues faced by black library professionals in the various fields of librarianship; organizations formed; black library collections and books; resources and other areas of progress. The second edition, published twenty-three years later, highlighted more current events in Black librarianship: early and contemporary library organizations, vital issues, African American resources, discussions on and about librarianship, a focus on health librarianship, and information resources and education. It has now been another twenty-two years since the last edition and time to reflect on “various aspects of African Americans” in our profession as well as the advancements over the past two and a half decades and to review those issues African Americans still face and how modern technological advancements have impacted our profession and the lives of Black librarians. This third edition’s coverage includes: Pioneers and Landmark Episodes A Chronology of Events in Black Librarianship African American Forerunners in Librarianship Modern Day Black Library Organizations Vital Issues in Black Librarianship Library Service to Our Communities Library Technology and Black Librarianship Pearls from Our Retirees Issues in Diversity, Inclusion and Multiculturalism African Library Resources and Education Banned Books Significant Books and Periodicals for Black Collections
Books and Libraries
Author: Andrew Scrimgeour
Publisher: Everyman's Library
ISBN: 0593320190
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
An enchanting book about books: a beautiful hardcover Pocket Poets anthology that testifies to the passion books and libraries have inspired through the ages and around the world Books have long captured the love, imagination, even the veneration, of readers everywhere. Emily Dickinson envisions these precious objects as “Frigates” that “take us Lands away”; Alberto Rios calls them “the deli offerings of civilization itself.” This affection extends to the hallowed gathering places of the written word: the libraries and bookshops where one can best hear “a choir of authors murmuring inside their books,” as Billy Collins has it. The poets collected here range from the writer of Ecclesiastes in the third century BCE through such pillars of world literature as Catullus, Horace, T’ao Ch’ien, Dante, Petrarch, Boccaccio, Pierre de Ronsard, Lope de Vega, Shakespeare, Goethe, and Wordsworth; more recent luminaries include Jorge Luis Borges, C. P. Cavafy, Gabriela Mistral, Wallace Stevens, Iku Takenaka, Pablo Neruda, Wislawa Szymborska, Maya Angelou, and Derek Walcott. A remarkably diverse treasury of literary celebrations, Books and Libraries is sure to take pride of place on the shelves of the book-obsessed. Everyman's Library pursues the highest production standards, printing on acid-free cream-colored paper, with full-cloth cases with two-color foil stamping, decorative endpapers, silk ribbon markers, European-style half-round spines, and a full-color illustrated jacket.
Publisher: Everyman's Library
ISBN: 0593320190
Category : Poetry
Languages : en
Pages : 273
Book Description
An enchanting book about books: a beautiful hardcover Pocket Poets anthology that testifies to the passion books and libraries have inspired through the ages and around the world Books have long captured the love, imagination, even the veneration, of readers everywhere. Emily Dickinson envisions these precious objects as “Frigates” that “take us Lands away”; Alberto Rios calls them “the deli offerings of civilization itself.” This affection extends to the hallowed gathering places of the written word: the libraries and bookshops where one can best hear “a choir of authors murmuring inside their books,” as Billy Collins has it. The poets collected here range from the writer of Ecclesiastes in the third century BCE through such pillars of world literature as Catullus, Horace, T’ao Ch’ien, Dante, Petrarch, Boccaccio, Pierre de Ronsard, Lope de Vega, Shakespeare, Goethe, and Wordsworth; more recent luminaries include Jorge Luis Borges, C. P. Cavafy, Gabriela Mistral, Wallace Stevens, Iku Takenaka, Pablo Neruda, Wislawa Szymborska, Maya Angelou, and Derek Walcott. A remarkably diverse treasury of literary celebrations, Books and Libraries is sure to take pride of place on the shelves of the book-obsessed. Everyman's Library pursues the highest production standards, printing on acid-free cream-colored paper, with full-cloth cases with two-color foil stamping, decorative endpapers, silk ribbon markers, European-style half-round spines, and a full-color illustrated jacket.
Promise the Infinite
Author: Robert Richart
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1365097544
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
This is an annotated bibliography of English language novels which feature libraries or librarians from the 18th to the 21st century. It includes descriptions and quotes from the text. It includes novels, mysteries, science fiction, fantasy, and romance.
Publisher: Lulu.com
ISBN: 1365097544
Category : Reference
Languages : en
Pages : 258
Book Description
This is an annotated bibliography of English language novels which feature libraries or librarians from the 18th to the 21st century. It includes descriptions and quotes from the text. It includes novels, mysteries, science fiction, fantasy, and romance.
Librarianship in Gilded Age America
Author: Leonard Schlup
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786454830
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
The gilded age was a formative period in the development and extension of American libraries. Between 1868 and 1901, the field of librarianship saw many notable changes, including the founding of the American Library Association, the introduction of the Dewey decimal classification system, and the establishment of the pioneer library school at Columbia University, among other key developments. This book brings together the writings of foundational figures in Gilded Age librarianship, including Charles Ammi Cutter, Melvil Dewey, Andrew Carnegie and Richard Rogers Bowker. Featuring seminal works of library scholarship alongside previously unpublished letters and reprints of long forgotten journal articles, the book places each selection in chronological order and includes an introductory narrative for each entry.
Publisher: McFarland
ISBN: 0786454830
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 351
Book Description
The gilded age was a formative period in the development and extension of American libraries. Between 1868 and 1901, the field of librarianship saw many notable changes, including the founding of the American Library Association, the introduction of the Dewey decimal classification system, and the establishment of the pioneer library school at Columbia University, among other key developments. This book brings together the writings of foundational figures in Gilded Age librarianship, including Charles Ammi Cutter, Melvil Dewey, Andrew Carnegie and Richard Rogers Bowker. Featuring seminal works of library scholarship alongside previously unpublished letters and reprints of long forgotten journal articles, the book places each selection in chronological order and includes an introductory narrative for each entry.
The Librarian and Book World
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Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 550
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Publisher:
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Category : Libraries
Languages : en
Pages : 550
Book Description
Public Librarianship and Glorious Heritage of Karmabir Nabin Chandra Bordoloi Library (Reading Hall)
Author: Nabajyoti Das
Publisher: Assam Library Association
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
Public Librarianship and Glorious Heritage of Karmabir Nabin Chandra Bordoloi Library (Reading Hall): Plan for Renovation and Development
Publisher: Assam Library Association
ISBN:
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
Languages : en
Pages : 62
Book Description
Public Librarianship and Glorious Heritage of Karmabir Nabin Chandra Bordoloi Library (Reading Hall): Plan for Renovation and Development