Public libraries and social justice / by John Pateman, John Vincent.

Examines the historical background to social exclusion and the strategic context in terms of government and professional policy. Proposes a manifesto for change and outlines practical ways in which public libraries can be transformed into needs-based services. From publisher description.

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Pateman, John, 1956-
Other Authors: Vincent, John, 1948-
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Farnham, Surrey, England ; Burlington, VT : Ashgate, [2010]
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Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
  • An historical overview
  • What is social exclusion?
  • Strategic context
  • Tackling social exclusion
  • Developing a needs-based library service
  • Where next?