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The Library Book's Books

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The Library Book by Susan Orlean begins each chapter with the title, author, and call number for a few books relevant to the subject of that chapter; we collected many of those books into a book display and this list.

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24 items

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The Library Book

The Library Book

by Orlean, Susan

Book - 2018

"...Susan Orlean's thrilling journey through the stacks that reveals how these beloved institutions provide much more than just books – and why they remain an essential part of the heart, mind, and soul of our country." "...Susan Orlean's thrilling journey through the stacks that reveals how these beloved institutions provide much more than just books – and why they remain an essential part of the heart, mind, and soul of our country." Show less

"...Susan Orlean's thrilling journey through the stacks that reveals how these beloved institutions provide much more than just books – and why they remain an essential part of the heart, mind, and soul of our country." "...Susan Orlean's thrilling journey through the stacks that reveals how these beloved institutions provide much more than just books – and why they remain an essential part of the heart, mind, and soul of our country." Show less

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The Preservation of Leather Bookbindings

The Preservation of Leather Bookbindings

by Plenderleith, H. J.

eBook - 2016

Referenced in Ch. 23; also available in a 1970 reference copy and a 1947 edition that can be checked out. Referenced in Ch. 23; also available in a 1970 reference copy and a 1947 edition that can be checked out. Show less

Referenced in Ch. 23; also available in a 1970 reference copy and a 1947 edition that can be checked out. Referenced in Ch. 23; also available in a 1970 reference copy and a 1947 edition that can be checked out. Show less

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Libricide

Libricide

The Regime-sponsored Destruction of Books and Libraries in the Twentieth Century

by Knuth, Rebecca

Paperback - 2003

Referenced in Ch. 9 (p. 97) Referenced in Ch. 9 (p. 97) Show less

Referenced in Ch. 9 (p. 97) Referenced in Ch. 9 (p. 97) Show less

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How Everyday Products Make People Sick

How Everyday Products Make People Sick

Toxins at Home and in the Workplace

by Blanc, Paul D.

Paperback - 2007

Referenced in Ch. 7 Referenced in Ch. 7 Show less

Referenced in Ch. 7 Referenced in Ch. 7 Show less

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Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict

by Noblecourt, Andre

Paperback - 1958

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Fahrenheit 451

Fahrenheit 451

by Bradbury, Ray

Paperback - 2003

For her research into the Los Angeles Public Library fire and how books burn, Susan Orlean felt she needed to set fire to a book but could not bring herse...Show more For her research into the Los Angeles Public Library fire and how books burn, Susan Orlean felt she needed to set fire to a book but could not bring herself to do it - until her husband suggested this would be the perfect book for the task, which she undertakes in Ch. 5. Show less

For her research into the Los Angeles Public Library fire and how books burn, Susan Orlean felt she needed to set fire to a book but could not bring herse...Show more For her research into the Los Angeles Public Library fire and how books burn, Susan Orlean felt she needed to set fire to a book but could not bring herself to do it - until her husband suggested this would be the perfect book for the task, which she undertakes in Ch. 5. Show less

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Toward World Literacy, the Each One Teach One Way

by Laubach, Frank Charles

Book - 1960

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BiblioTech

BiblioTech

Why Libraries Matter More Than Ever in the Age of Google

by Palfrey, John G.

Book - 2015

Referenced in Ch. 30, also available as streaming audiobook Referenced in Ch. 30, also available as streaming audiobook Show less

Referenced in Ch. 30, also available as streaming audiobook Referenced in Ch. 30, also available as streaming audiobook Show less

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Burning Books and Leveling Libraries

Burning Books and Leveling Libraries

Extremist Violence and Cultural Destruction

by Knuth, Rebecca

Book - 2006

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A Splendor of Letters

A Splendor of Letters

The Permanence of Books in An Impermanent World

by Basbanes, Nicholas A.

Book - 2003

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The Conservation of Books and Documents

by Langwell, William Herbert

Book - 1957

Referenced in Ch. 27 Referenced in Ch. 27 Show less

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The Library of Tomorrow, A Symposium

by Danton, Emily Miller

Book - 1939

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The Holocaust and the Book

The Holocaust and the Book

Destruction and Preservation

Book - 2001

Referenced in Ch. 9 Referenced in Ch. 9 Show less

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Civil Procedure in A Nutshell

Civil Procedure in A Nutshell

by Kane, Mary Kay

Paperback - 2007

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Future of Library Service

Demographic Aspects and Implications

by Schick, Frank L.

Paperback - 1961

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Map Librarianship

Map Librarianship

An Introduction

by Larsgaard, Mary Lynette

Book - 1998

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Unionization

Unionization

The Viewpoint of Librarians

by Guyton, Theodore Lewis

Paperback - 1975

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The Art of Condolence

The Art of Condolence

What to Write, What to Say, What to Do at A Time of Loss

by Zunin, Leonard M.

Book - 1991

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The 21-day Yoga Body

The 21-day Yoga Body

A Metabolic Makeover & Life-styling Manual to Get You Fierce, Fit & Fabulous in Just 3 Weeks

by Nardini, Sadie

Paperback - 2013

Referenced in Ch. 10 Referenced in Ch. 10 Show less

Referenced in Ch. 10 Referenced in Ch. 10 Show less

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Missouri, A Guide to the "Show Me" State

by Writers' Program of the Work Projects Administration in the State of Missouri

Book - 1941

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How to Write Successful Fundraising Letters

How to Write Successful Fundraising Letters

Sample Letters, Style Tips, Useful Hints, Real-world Examples

by Warwick, Mal

Paperback - 2001

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Knitting Without Tears

Knitting Without Tears

Basic Techniques and Easy-to-follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes

by Zimmermann, Elizabeth

Paperback - 1995

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Century of Struggle

Century of Struggle

The Woman's Rights Movement in the United States

by Flexner, Eleanor

Paperback - 1996

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Helter Skelter

Helter Skelter

The True Story of the Manson Murders

by Bugliosi, Vincent

Paperback - 1994

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