Planning Public Library Buildings Concepts And Issues For The Librarian - Michael Dewe

Planning A Or Refurbished Public Library Means Considering Not Only Facilities For Collections, Services, Staff And Users, But Examining Also The Local Context, Reviewing The Library Image, And Developing Relationships With Other Community Facilities And Agencies. This Book Examines The Entire Gamut Of Challenges Confronting The Planning And Development Of Contemporary Public Libraries; Their Mission, Their Roles, And Key Issues Such As Lifelong Learning, Social Inclusion, Community And Cultural Needs, Regeneration And Funding. The Helpful Presentation And Readable Style Guides The Librarian Through The Preliminary Information-gathering And Decision-making Process That Ensures A Successful Library Building For All Concerned.