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American Library Laws
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ISBN13: 9781026101483
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 16 2026
Pages: 1126
Weight: 3.40
Height: 2.20 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
American Library Laws is a comprehensive and authoritative compendium of the legal frameworks that governed the establishment, maintenance, and operation of libraries across the United States during the early 20th century. Compiled by Milton J. Ferguson, this extensive reference work brings together a vast array of statutes, legislative acts, and regulations that defined the legal landscape for public, state, and specialized libraries.
The work serves as a critical historical record of how library services were institutionalized and funded, offering detailed insights into the intersection of law, education, and public policy. It covers diverse jurisdictions and provides a clear view of the legislative efforts intended to promote public knowledge and ensure the accessibility of information. For scholars of library science, legal history, and American social development, American Library Laws remains a foundational text. It illuminates the structural and legal evolution of the American library system, highlighting the enduring commitment to creating a regulated environment for the preservation and dissemination of information for the public good.
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