Existing research argues that studies of the value of public libraries support libraries by
demonstrating their worth to society. Knowledge of research methods, value and research …

Purpose Public libraries' relevance and raison d'être towards society is an often discussed
subject within public, politics and research. The objective of this systematic literature review …

The purpose of this research is to examine the evolving democratic librarianship and its
robust connection to the Nordic societal model. Through an analysis of libraries in Oslo …

In terms of political perceptions, library building projects appear to be similar across different
contexts. Qualitative interviews with local politicians were employed to examine attitudes …

Purpose The purpose of this paper is to discuss a review of the literature on the value of
public libraries and propose a preliminary value framework for the public library based on …

This study compares cultural policy, public libraries, and the public sphere in Norway, the
United States, and Japan. Results of the comparison indicate that Norway emphasizes …

Purpose—The chapter seeks to examine the impact of neoliberal language on the library
profession in the United Kingdom. Since New Labour's election in 1997 public service …

Method. Data was collected through an online survey tool, distributing the questionnaire to
all public library directors in Norway. The response rate was 54%. Analysis. Quantitative …

Public library development is explained differently by various theories, but existing theories
are problematic. A new theory is needed to explain public library development, one that …

Purpose–In Quebec, where a large majority of public libraries are municipal departments,
the mission of the libraries must be defined in collaboration with city councillors and …