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Mathews, Virginia H. – American Libraries, 1997
Offers a brief history of library youth services and the political strategies behind them. Topics include the role of women, outreach programs of public libraries, tax support, library development after World War II, federal legislation and funding, National Library Week, school libraries, parent involvement, collaborative partnerships, and…
Descriptors: Adolescents, Childrens Libraries, Federal Legislation, Federal Programs
Hole, Carol – American Libraries, 1990
Discusses policies and attitudes prevalent in public libraries that encourage female users and discourage male users. The lack of technical books that may appeal more to men is examined, the lack of appropriate reviews is described, subconscious classism is suggested, and differences in fiction preferences are discussed. (two references) (LRW)
Descriptors: Book Reviews, Females, Fiction, Librarian Attitudes