Contested Spaces
A Critical History of Canadian Public Libraries as Neutral Places, 1960-2020
Book • 2023
Contested Spaces provides a comprehensive and critical history of controversial events at Canadian public libraries from 1960 to 2020.
The book examines the real-world impacts of neutrality policies on library space use and explores the controversies surrounding various events.
It delves into the arguments for and against the cancellation of events, considering intellectual freedom alongside community concerns.
Kemble's research highlights the inconsistencies in how libraries apply neutrality policies and the resulting impact on marginalized communities.
The book ultimately seeks to foster more inclusive and equitable library spaces.
The book examines the real-world impacts of neutrality policies on library space use and explores the controversies surrounding various events.
It delves into the arguments for and against the cancellation of events, considering intellectual freedom alongside community concerns.
Kemble's research highlights the inconsistencies in how libraries apply neutrality policies and the resulting impact on marginalized communities.
The book ultimately seeks to foster more inclusive and equitable library spaces.
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Whitney Kemble, "Contested Spaces: A Critical History of Canadian Public Libraries As Neutral Places, 1960-2020" (Library Juice Press, 2024)
