Contested Spaces : A Critical History of Canadian Public Libraries As Neutral Places, 1960-2020 / Whitney Kemble.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Kemble, Whitney, author.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Public libraries--Activity programs--Canada.

Public libraries.

Public libraries--Canada--History.

Library science--Social aspects.

Library science.

Library science--Political aspects.

Library science--Moral and ethical aspects.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (174 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Sacramento, CA : Library Juice Press, 2024.

Summary:

This work critically examines the history of Canadian public libraries from 1960 to 2020, focusing on controversial events and the impacts of neutrality policies in library space use. It explores public protests, political involvement, and the outcomes of contentious library bookings, particularly those addressing gender identity and other sensitive topics. The book incorporates historical analysis and critical theories to challenge the concept of library neutrality, advocating for inclusivity, safety, and social justice in library practices. Generated by AI.

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Other Format:

Print version: Kemble, Whitney Contested Spaces

ISBN:

9781634002004

OCLC:

1551397382