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The library bookSusan Orlean

The library book

Susan Orlean · 2018 · 512 pages
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A journalistic investigation and historical narrative exploring the history of the Los Angeles Public Library, particularly the devastating 1986 fire that destroyed thousands of books. Susan Orlean intertwines the mystery of the crime with institutional history, reflecting on the cultural importance of libraries in American society.

The book celebrates the transformative power of books and libraries, while examining institutional resilience and the role of public spaces in preserving knowledge.

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AuthorSusan Orlean
Original titleThe Library Book
Year of publication2018
Pages512

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