Free Town Libraries, Their Formation, Management, and History: In Britain, France, Germany & America. Together With Brief Notices of Book-Collectors,

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Discover the fascinating history of public libraries in this informative and engaging book by Edward Edwards. Tracing the development of libraries in four great nations, Edwards explores the social, political, and cultural forces that have driven this essential form of community outreach. From the earliest book collectors to the modern era of digital media, Free Town Libraries is a sweeping panorama of an institution that has enriched countless lives.