Category Archives: Books

Voices For The Libraries

Posted on February 8, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

Last Saturday thousands of Britons staged protests around the UK to highlight their concerns about library closings and cutbacks. Many of the events were organized by Voices for the Library, which was created last year by dedicated librarians, information professional and … Continue reading →

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Save The Libraries

Posted on February 5, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

While British and American libraries are up-against draconian budget cuts and outright closures, some forward thinking nations are actually investing in their intellectual futures with inspirational new libraries. The Austrian National Library is planning a truly 21st century learning space … Continue reading →

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Life Does Not Go On

Posted on February 3, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

Literature has been caught up in the protests that have now entered their seventh day in Egypt. The annual Cairo book fair, due to have been held this week, has been abandoned, with many foreign exhibitors left stranded after failing … Continue reading →

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Look In Every Box

Posted on January 30, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

Richard and Janet Monson purchased two boxes of old books at an auction last year. The boxes contained books of major historical relevance. The books are now part of Swedish collections in a university and the Swedish National Library in … Continue reading →

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Send Books, Not Bombs

Posted on January 28, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

Programs to improve literacy in developing countries typically focus on delivering books to schoolchildren and libraries. Could E-readers leapfrog traditional printed paper books and provide a catalyst for reading in areas such as sub-Saharan Africa? That’s the innovative notion behind … Continue reading →

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Don’t Judge A Book…

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Brian D. Butler
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Champion the Overlooked

Posted on January 22, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

The new Neversink Library from the indie publisher Melville House champions books from around the world that have been overlooked, underappreciated, forgotten, or foolishly ignored. They are issued in handsome, well-designed editions at reasonable prices in hopes of their passing … Continue reading →

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Meandering Miscellany

Posted on January 19, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

 

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No Such Thing As Too Many Books

Posted on January 17, 2011 by Brian D. Butler
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A Thirst For Knowledge ?

Posted on January 12, 2011 by Brian D. Butler

Books and bars may not seem to be a natural combo, but it’s the latest trend in über-hip LA.

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