Books: Their Place in Democracy

By R. L. Duffus

Book Overview

""Books: Their Place in Democracy"" by R. L. Duffus is a non-fiction book that explores the significance of books and reading in a democratic society. The author argues that books are essential for the development of critical thinking, informed decision-making, and an engaged citizenry. Duffus examines the historical and contemporary role of books in democracy, discussing the impact of censorship, literacy rates, and technological advancements. He also delves into the importance of public libraries and the challenges they face in promoting reading and access to information. This book provides a thought-provoking analysis of the relationship between books and democracy, highlighting the vital role that literature plays in shaping our society.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162799870
• ISBN13: 9781162799872
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"