libraries

Traces the history of libraries from the earliest library, created five thousand years ago in Southwest Asia through the present, describing how the style, function, and popularity of libraries has evolved throughout time.

Surveys the history of the Library of Congress and describes its structure, functions, and influence on United States society.

Covers new trends and tools for web-based library instruction for all types of libraries, discussing the latest browsers, software, hardware, and means of access.

When Sarah, an explorer mouse, meets Sam she gives him the courage to finally climb to the highest library shelves--and beyond--and he shows her how to explore the world through reading.

Presents descriptions of over 1,300 fiction titles that may be of interest to teens, most published since 2005, grouped in the categories of issues, contemporary life, adventure, mystery and suspense, fantasy, science fiction, paranormal, historical, multicultural, Christian, and alternative formats.