Lund critical library studies – A new research group

Eckerdal, Johanna Rivano; Dahlquist, Lisa Olsson; Engström, Lisa

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Title

Lund critical library studies – A new research group

Author(s)

• Eckerdal, Johanna Rivano
• Dahlquist, Lisa Olsson
• Engström, Lisa

Issue Date

2020-03-23

Keyword(s)

• Public libraries
• Critical library studies
• Critical theory

Abstract

We argue that there is a need for a more elaborate and sophisticated discussion of if, and then how, the public library fulfils its social role to contribute to democracy. Therefore, we have formed the Lund Critical Library Studies group with a shared interest of contributing to a more nuanced and rich discussion about public libraries. This allows us to engage in discussions on how the library can be a space where diverse people come together and debate dissimilar views on shared matters. We advocate the public library not by indiscriminately embracing it, but by critically examining how it is performed and discussing alternatives. In this paper, we will indicate some pathways that we previously have followed and also point out future directions that we want to pursue.

Publisher

iSchools

Series/Report Name or Number

iConference 2020 Proceedings

Type of Resource

text

Language

eng

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Copyright 2020 Johanna Rivano Eckerdal, Lisa Olsson Dahlquist, and Lisa Engström

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