The librarian stereotype : deconstructing perceptions and presentations of information work /

This collection of essays serves as a response to passionate discussions regarding how librarians are perceived, reigniting an examination of librarian presentation within the field and in the public eye, employing theories and methodologies from throughout the social sciences. Through deconstructin...

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Other Authors:	Pagowsky, Nicole (Editor), Rigby, Miriam (Editor)
Format:	Book
Language:	English
Published:	Chicago : Association of College and Research Libraries, a division of the American Library Association, 2014.
Subjects:	Librarians > Public opinion. Librarians > Professional ethics. Librarians > Psychology. Library science > Public opinion. Libraries and society > Public opinion.

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Summary:	This collection of essays serves as a response to passionate discussions regarding how librarians are perceived, reigniting an examination of librarian presentation within the field and in the public eye, employing theories and methodologies from throughout the social sciences. Through deconstructing the perceived truths of our profession and employing a critical eye, we can work towards improved status, increased diversity and greater acceptance of each other.
Physical Description:	294 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm.
Bibliography:	Includes bibliographical references.
ISBN:	9780838987049 (pbk. : alk. paper) 0838987044 (pbk. : alk. paper)