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How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About it

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OK, this is a rebut to some of the more inept reviewers here. Seriously people, can we TRY to be a little bit less classist? Former reviewers have said that its time to do away with libraries because most of the information is available on the internet or in electronic form. Even if that were the case, which it is NOT, what about the millions of people who don't have an internet connection or even a computer? Many thousands of people use my local library for internet access alone, not to mention those that use it for access to books they can't afford to buy. Not everyone can afford to buy every book they need or would like to read. Even if you happen to have a good internet connection the only books that are available for free are not new. What if I want to read the new Nick Bantock book? I have to buy it or go to a library. Or what if my kid needs to do a report on whales? Sure he can get a few of his sources from the net, but he has to have at least two print sources. If I'm in the low income bracket, it's not likely that I'm going to spend grocery money buying him those books. Apart from the physical NEED for libraries, there is also the societal need to support free learning. Libraries are hubs for adult and child literacy programs, political party meeting places, adult career learning programs and so much more. In a society where so little is free and education is often highly undervalued and available to the privileged classes, shouldn't there be a place where people can go to better themselves? So no people, why don't you grow up and realize that not everyone has the money to buy all the books the want or need and access to the "vast web of information" you have such faith in.

Having gotten this out of my system I'm free to actually -review- the book. I found it delightful and very romantic. Its well written and a quick read. I would highly recommend it for some nice weekend light reading.

This is THE book that the library world (and all those who love libraries) has been hoping for for years! It is a short novel (NOT a short story-- it's over a hundred pages) that packs a big punch in favor of libraries. A crooked town council member tries to shut down the local public library, but a hero rises to save the day. Why? Because the most beautiful woman in the entire universe works as the town librarian, and he's got big feelings for her. So he goes on a crusade and rallies the good people of the town to support their library! The book is suspenseful, fun, romantic, and just a great feel-good story. This is definitely a must read and a MUST OWN for all libraries.

Libraries are VITAL at this time! Don't listen to the nay-sayers. I read one or two books a week, and I depend on the regional library system for that. This book, while it is probably one of the most pro-library books on the market, does not read like propaganda. It's just an exciting love story by an author who apparently loves libraries as much as he loves a good tale. I love this book. It's a feel good read. The plot held my attention firmly. Don't listen to those who oppose our treasured libraries. Oh, and it is NOT a short story. It's over a hundred pages long. Like one reviewer said, this book should be on the front display shelf of every library, so if you get a copy (this paperback edition is a bargain) be sure to donate it to your local library.

I just finished this story, and I loved it. How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell about It is funny, romantic, and very full of suspense. I think a reader of any age could enjoy it. The story is about a man who falls in love with the most beautiful woman in the world, who happens to be the new librarian in his small town. He doesn't quite know how to romance her-- she's a hard one to figure out-- but as it happens, a local politician is trying to shut the library down. The man goes to the libary's rescue, fighting to keep it open, and (wouldn't you know it) in the process scores points with the librarian who sees him as her knight in shining armor. This is a funny story that makes some very good points about how important libraries are to civilized societies.

This is an excellent book, a very fun, enjoyable story about a small town man's crush on the new librarian, who just happens to be the "the most beautiful creature in all existence." The way he describes her is awesome. There's one line that goes something like "She could whip Helen of Troy in a beauty pageant any day of the week." He finally gets to know her and learns that despite her great beauty and intelligence, she is human just like anyone else with her own weaknesses and problems. "Human"-- that's a good word to described the entire story.

Not only did I enjoy it as a wonderful love story, I thought it was important for libraries. One of the sub-plots was about a local politician's attempt to have the library closed. The good people of the town rallied around it though, led by the man who loved his librarian-- her knight in shining armor, even if he was a bit goofy. We must remind ourselves that libraries are important. This book really should be placed on the front shelf of every library.

I read this book in one sitting - it was that much fun. And it's more than a romance because of the subplots.

Libraries will live on...There will be many cases when a physical book is needed. Local history cannot be done on line - believe me, I've tried. And besides, a lot of people don't have computers. THEY USE THE COMPUTERS AT THE LIBRARY!

I love the pro-library aspects of this book.

"How I fell in love with a librarian and lived to tell about it" is a strange but powerful little book-- not what most people expect but truly important and truly excellent. The title of the book comes from the fact that the protagonist has a close call after falling for the most beautiful woman in the entire world, who happens to be a librarian. This is a book about an odd romance and keeping libraries strong-- the protagonist leads the fight against a local politician who is trying to shut down the library. That's how he becomes the strange librarians knight in shining armour. Oh yea, and it's a lot of fun.

How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Lived to Tell About It was a fun little story. A previous reviewer said that it was overly religious-- I didn't see that at all. It reminded me of the movie "Raising Helen" where a minister was in the romantic lead but religion is a positive thing but barely mentioned. I thought it was a book that could be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of background. The main thing I got out of the book was the strong pro-library message. And it was a good love story. Definitely a book that every library should have on its shelves.

How I Fell in Love With A Librarian and Lived to Tell About It may be the most important book for any library at this time. First off, it's a fun romance-- lots of suspense too. You never know what to expect. The librarian is very beautiful, but she's difficult to know. She's got a big secret. The guy who falls in love with her is a lot of fun.

But more importantly, this book has a VERY important message. Okay, one of the ways the guy wins the librarian's heart is by standing up and fighting for her library. The "bad guy" in the story, a local politician trying to move up the political latter, starts a movement to close the library. "It's too expensive. Our town doesn't need it. Besides, we've got the internet now." The good guy starts a movement to counter his and the local paper covers the battle. The good people of the town rally to support the library.

Well, the underlying message is that libraries are vital to us, especially now. So I recommend this book to all librarians and library lovers. If you are a librarian, be sure to get a copy for your library. If you are a library supporter, get a copy and donate it to your local library.

I enjoyed "How I Fell in Love with a Librarian and Live to Tell about it" in several ways. First of all, it was funny. I laughed out loud several times, starting in the first chapter where the old librarian reached for her last book-- I know I shouldn't laugh at something like that, but it was just too funny. Also, the romance was strange but very moving. I enjoyed the odd relationship that developed between the new librarian, who happened to be the most beautiful woman in the entire world, and the guy-- I liked the guy. The writing was very strong-- straightforward, lean, muscular prose. Still, it was descriptive.

Most importantly, I think the subplot that showed how important libraries are was very timely. Libraries are treasures. They are among our most sacred institutions. Read this book. Donate it to your local library.