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John Cotton Dana

    John Cotton Dana was een Amerikaanse bibliotheek- en museumdirecteur die zich inzette om culturele instellingen relevant te maken voor het dagelijks leven van burgers. Veertig jaar lang als openbaar bibliothecaris promootte hij de voordelen van lezen en introduceerde hij directe toegang tot opgeslagen materialen. Hij innoveerde een breed scala aan gespecialiseerde bibliotheekdiensten, gedreven door een visie om kennis toegankelijk te maken voor het grote publiek.

    The Gloom Of The Museum
    The New Museum
    Public Library Handbook
    The Letters of Horace Presented to Modern Readers
    A Library Primer
    1600 Business Books; a List by Authors, by Titles and by Subjects
    • This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

      The Letters of Horace Presented to Modern Readers
    • Public Library Handbook

      • 186bladzijden
      • 7 uur lezen

      This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

      Public Library Handbook
    • The Gloom Of The Museum

      • 50bladzijden
      • 2 uur lezen

      In this essay, museum director John Cotton Dana reflects on the challenges and responsibilities of curating museum collections and engaging with the general public.

      The Gloom Of The Museum
    • This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

      A Plan for a New Museum, the Kind of Museum It Will Profit a City to Maintain
    • New Museum; Volume 1

      • 52bladzijden
      • 2 uur lezen

      In this groundbreaking work, Dana challenges traditional notions of what a museum should be and how it should operate. Drawing upon his experience as the director of the Newark Museum, Dana argues that museums should serve as vital community resources, fostering education and social change. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the evolution of the museum concept.

      New Museum; Volume 1
    • If you're a businessman looking to improve your use of print materials, this book is for you. John Cotton Dana, a respected librarian and expert in the field, provides practical tips and advice for finding, purchasing, and using the printed materials you need to succeed in business. With detailed examples and real-world case studies, this book is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to make the most of print.

      On Buying and Using Print, Practical Suggestions From a Librarian to the Business Man