Contested Spaces: A Critical History of Canadian Public Libraries As Neutral Places, 1960-2020
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| Title: | Contested Spaces: A Critical History of Canadian Public Libraries As Neutral Places, 1960-2020 |
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| Description: | 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. |
| Authors: | Whitney Kemble |
| Resource Type: | eBook. |
| Subjects: | Library science--Political aspects, Library science--Moral and ethical aspects, Library science--Social aspects, Public libraries--Activity programs--Canada, Public libraries--Canada--History |
| Categories: | LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Library & Information Science / General |
| Database: | eBook Collection (EBSCOhost) |
| Abstract: | 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. |
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| ISBN: | 9781634001588 9781634002004 |
