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English
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"In his latest handbook on the records of the major Christian religions, Stuart Raymond focuses on the Church of England. He identifies the available sources, comments on their strengths and weaknesses and explains how to make the best use of them. The history of the Church of England is covered, from the Reformation in the mid-sixteenth century until the present day. Anyone who has a family connection with the Church of England or a special interest...
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The University of North Carolina Press
Pub. Date
1942
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English
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In the golden days of its material prosperity, Charleston built a pattern of culture whose opulence and grace have not been duplicated elsewhere in America. No American city espoused the cause of independence with more courage and spirit. This study of the culture of early Charleston adds to our knowledge of the American past and the American tradition.
10) Rare book collections: some theoretical and practical suggestions for use by librarians and students
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ACRL monograph volume no. 27
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American Library Association
Pub. Date
1965
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English
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How-to-do-it manuals for libraries volume no. 184
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Neal-Schuman, an imprint of the American Library Association
Pub. Date
2012.
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English
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Neal-Schuman, An imprint of the American Library Association
Pub. Date
2014.
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English
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From cuneiform, coins, and codices to prints, drawings, photographs, and maps, departments of rare books and special collections are the premier repositories of significant printed and manuscript works and artifacts. Entrusted with the responsibility of preserving the records of history and culture, these institutions enable access to millions of source materials. Berger, a veteran of rare book and special collections, offers a landmark examination...
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American Library Association
Pub. Date
2012
Language
English
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E-book content, devices, and services have created challenges for libraries-- as well as opportunities. Because the e-book playing field is constantly changing, any predictions are, at best, tenuous. Librarians must be resilient in order to manage-- and not be managed by-- e-books and their progenies.
15) Banned books
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Greenhaven Publishing, LLC
Pub. Date
2018.
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English
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It may sound shocking, but even in this current age, books are banned all around the globe. But what makes a book inappropriate even dangerous for public consumption, and who has the power to deem it so? Some governments ban books as a form of censorship. Even schools can ban books they consider too racy or inappropriate for their students. Does banning books take away our liberties, attempt to erase history, and impose an agenda? Or is the practice...
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