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Libraly Journal ›› 2021, Vol. 40 ›› Issue (11): 48-56.

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The Construction of Actor-Network Model for Theme Library:A Case Study of Hangzhou Theme Library

Qin Xiaoyan1, 2, Liang Ying1 (1 School of Management, Guangxi University for Nationalities;2 Library of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region )   

  • Online:2021-11-15 Published:2021-11-29
  • About author:Qin Xiaoyan1, 2, Liang Ying1 (1 School of Management, Guangxi University for Nationalities;2 Library of Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region )

Abstract: The development of theme library involves extensive actors. How to effectively enhance
the enthusiasm of each party and promote their integrated development is the primary issue to address
for the sustainable development of theme library. Based on the actor-network theory, this paper takes 29
branches of theme libraries of Hangzhou Library as the research objects, discovering the obstacles and
goals in the construction of theme libraries with the mode of cooperation of various actors, exploring how
to recruit and attract various actors to cooperate and build, and finally forming the actor-network model of
the construction of theme libraries. Through the analysis of the relationship between the main actors, this
paper optimizes the new pattern of cooperative governance, which is led by public libraries, promoted by
the government, and joined by users and social forces. It is of great significance to promote the sustainable
development of theme libraries in China.