""Censorship and the Public Library"" by George Franklin Bowerman is a comprehensive examination of the issue of censorship in the public library system. The book explores the history of censorship in libraries, the legal and ethical considerations surrounding censorship, and the impact of censorship on intellectual freedom and democracy. Bowerman argues that censorship is a threat to democracy and that librarians have a responsibility to defend intellectual freedom and provide access to a wide range of materials. The book ...
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""Censorship and the Public Library"" by George Franklin Bowerman is a comprehensive examination of the issue of censorship in the public library system. The book explores the history of censorship in libraries, the legal and ethical considerations surrounding censorship, and the impact of censorship on intellectual freedom and democracy. Bowerman argues that censorship is a threat to democracy and that librarians have a responsibility to defend intellectual freedom and provide access to a wide range of materials. The book also includes case studies and practical advice for librarians dealing with censorship challenges. Overall, ""Censorship and the Public Library"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of intellectual freedom, democracy, and the public library system.With Other Papers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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