Introduction to Public Librarianship [Paperback]

Kathleen De LA Pena McCook (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1555704751 | ISBN-13: 978-1555704759 | Publication Date: August 1, 2004

Practitioners and students will find much of value in this essential source for learning about the successful management and functioning of public libraries today.

Editorial Reviews

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"This gargantuan effort by one of this country's most insightful and productive library educators is the first comprehensive textbook that addresses the full dimensions of public librarianship in America....the work as a whole is a treasure, an essential tool for the LIS teacher. Kudos to McCook for this massive reservoir of original research and thoughtful analysis that will serve as a correction to its less-thorough predecessors." --Library Journal

"This book will become the standard text for those of us around the country committed to inspiring the next generation of librarians and library leaders." --From the Foreword by Deborah Jacobs, City Librarian, Seattle

Product Details

• Paperback: 404 pages
• Publisher: Neal-Schuman Publishers (August 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1555704751
• ISBN-13: 978-1555704759
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #715,696 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Kathleen de la Peña McCook is distinguished university professor at the University of South Florida in Tampa. She is also a visiting scholar at Valdosta State University, Georgia. She gave the Jean E. Coleman Library Outreach Lecture on "Librarians and Human Rights" at the American Library Association in summer 2010. Recent publications are _Introduction to Public Librarianship_, 2nd. ed. 2011; "Human Rights as a Framework for Reflection in Service Learning: 'Para que Otro Mundo es posible.' In _Service Learning_ (American Library Association, 2009). McCook is on the editorial board of the journal,_Progressive Librarian_. In 2008 she and her husband, Bill McCook (UBC), saw the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox to win the American League Championship at Tropicana Field. In 2010 they saw the Rays win the AL-East. In 2011 they saw the Rays win the AL-Wild Card.

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A superb beginner's resource, November 10, 2004

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This review is from: Introduction to Public Librarianship (Paperback)

Activist, teacher, and leader Kathleen de la Pena McCook presents Introduction To Public Librarianship, a straightforward accounting of the ins, outs, history, law, politics, services, and twenty-first century trends of public libraries. From the origins of the modern system in the early twentieth century, to modern-day global perspectives on the contributions of public libraries, to a bibliography of national statistics on public libraries and much more, Introduction To Public Librarianship is a superb beginner's resource for anyone looking to become acquainted with the mechanics of the library system, whether in preparation for a future career or from a keen interest in the politics that keep beloved public booklending institutions in service. Highly recommended.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great resource for library staff, August 23, 2004

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Susan Dillinger (Holiday, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Introduction to Public Librarianship (Paperback)

This book is an excellent resource for library staff and for those who wish to pursue a career in public libraries. Not only do you have the history of public libraries but chapters on service areas and trends. The bibliographic information is outstanding. I have purchased five copies for use by my staff. I highly recommend this book.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, November 29, 2004

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Sara "Sara" (Houston, TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Introduction to Public Librarianship (Paperback)

I enjoyed this book. I found it easy to read and very interesting. It was very helpful for my school work and gave a great, straightforward overview of everything that goes into public libraries. I would highly recommend this book to anyone interested in libraries and how they work.