Archives power : memory, accountability, and social justice / Randall C. Jimerson.

Argues to answer some of the complex social, political, professional, and ethical questions that are at the heart of the roles and identity of the archive professional, their significance in modern society, and their impact on human history and culture.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Jimerson, Randall C. (Author)
Corporate Author: Society of American Archivists.
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Chicago : Society of American Archivists, [2009]
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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction: Embracing the power of archives
  • Weaving the life of our ancestors
  • Documenting American society
  • Resisting political power
  • Constructing memory
  • Serving the public good
  • Responding to the call of justice
  • Conclusion: Rethinking archival ethics
  • Appendix: Memory for justice report.