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A broad, comparative history of librarianship, this intriguing work goes beyond the standard focus on institutions and collections to help you explore the part modern librarianship playedand continues to playin forming Western cultures. Discusses the cultural role of libraries and the role of information in shaping modern society Deepens readers understanding of the history of the 20th century and modern librarianship, including digital convergence of the past two decades Analyzes the cycles of information explosion and multiple information eras as part of the development of librarianship over more than a century Explores tensions around professional neutrality in the provision of public access to information and knowledge in a democratic society,