Perspectives, Insights, & Priorities
17 Leaders Speak Freely of Librarianship
Edited By: Norman Horracks
So being as nerdy as I am, I ordered a bunch of books that weren’t required for my classes, but other professors had recommended. This book is one of the extras that I picked up. It is a collection of essays written by the most recognized names in the profession of Librarians, including the director of my program at San Jose State. The subjects vary with each contributor making this book a commentary on everything from personal interview styles to how technology leaving behind as many people as it is spurring forward. Because I am still up in the air about what type of Librarian I am going to become, I’m excited to see what this book has to say about things like public tools for social reform, and state educational agendas. It will be interesting to hear from these professionals how libraries play a significant role in such crucial public matters.
More info @ http://www.powells.com/biblio/0810853558?&PID=33286
Wicked: The Life and Times of the
Wicked Witch of the West
By: Gregory Maguire
On the more whimsical side of the shelf, I have found myself revisiting this Maguire book in order to prepare for the “nothing like the book but still entertaining musical” that is coming to town. I read this book when it first came out in 2000, but I wasn’t old enough to care about the governmental issues that this book addresses. This time around, I am much more aware of the world underneath the smiles of politicians so I think it should be quite enjoyable. The book also has plenty of discussion about the nature of evil and how it is perceived, so I’m looking forward to a little challenge of faith there as well. All in all, I’m pretty jazzed to see what the Wicked Witch has to teach me.
More info @ http://www.powells.com/biblio/17-9780060987107-0
Amorous Librarian 