Libraly Journal

Libraly Journal ›› 2017, Vol. 36 ›› Issue (9): 100-106.

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A Public Library is a Growing Organism: Book Review of New Perspectives on the Library of the 21st Century

Tu Zhifang   

  • Online:2017-09-20 Published:2017-11-13

Abstract:

The book New Perspectives on the Library of the 21st Century (Third Edition) written by Dr. Wu Jianzhong was published in April 2016. Based on the previous editions and their book reviews, this paper attempts on another book review for this new edition. Pointing out that the general framework remains unchanged, the paper then briefly interprets the overall content and analyzes its inclusiveness and vitality. By comparing the two former editions of this book, and considering public library development trends, this paper analyzes the changes of library’s development and management, resources construction, user service, social function and their processes. Finally, it briefly summarizes the content of this book, and puts forth the infinite possibilities of the library in the future.

Key words:

Public library, Management and development, Resource development, User service, Social function