I’ve always been fascinated by the power of the printed word as a communication tool throughout history. Significant research is available on this topic; however, I encourage you to dip into original, primary resources to add your own personal knowledge and beliefs to create new insight. You can still research these topics online with an…
Category: 19th Century
Censorship Leaves Us in the Dark : Keep the Light On!
The title of this post is the logo for the 2019 National Banned Books Week that runs during this week in September (9/22-28). ALA Banned Books For the past several years, during this week, the libraries have posted highlights of titles that have been banned or challenged over the years including classics like “To Kill…
Celebrating Emma Willard Women’s History Month
For Women’s History Month, the Central Libraries Special Collections (CLSC) celebrates a pioneer in American education reform for women. Emma Willard Born in 1787 in Connecticut, she grew up on a farm as one of 17 children. Her father encouraged her to read, learn, and engage in conversation regardless of her gender. Carrying this support…