Public librarians do not usually see themselves as politicians. However, as decision-makers in an institutional setting, affected by a variety of pressures and

Drawing on two decades of original research conducted by the authors, as well as existing research about the intersection of public policy, political discourse,

Put simply, there is no text about public librarianship more rigorous or comprehensive than McCook's survey. Now, the REFORMA Lifetime Achievement Award-winning

This book covers aspects of the political environment which surrounds and engages libraries and their librarians. It includes anecdotes on the role of the polit