Introduction to public librarianship / Kathleen de la Peña McCook.
| Author/creator | McCook, Kathleen de la Peña |
| Format | Book |
| Edition | 2nd ed. |
| Publication Info | New York, NY : Neal-Schuman Publishers, ©2011. |
| Description | xx, 523 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | The landscape of public libraries in the twenty-first century -- Brahmins, bequests, and determined women : the beginnings to 1918 -- Public library growth and values : 1918-today -- Statistics, standards, planning, results, and quality of life -- Organization, law, advocacy, funding, and politics -- Administration and staffing -- Structure and infrastructure -- Adult services -- Youth services / Alicia K. Long and Kathleen de la Peña McCook -- The interconnective nature of the public library -- Global perspectives on public libraries / Barbara J. Ford -- The future of public libraries in the twenty-first century : human rights and human capabilities / Kathleen de la Peña McCook and Katharine J. Phenix -- Access to knowledge is fundamental to human development. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| LCCN | 2011004985 |
| ISBN | 9781555706975 (alk. paper) |
| ISBN | 1555706975 (alk. paper) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Joyner | General Stacks | Z731 .M355 2011 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |