News Notes of California Libraries, Vol. 61: Statistical Issue; Winter, 1966 (Classic Reprint)

This book presents a comprehensive study of California's libraries, with particular attention to those established to serve the public. The author traces the history of these libraries from their humble beginnings in the mid-19th century to their present-day status as vital community resources. The book also examines the challenges facing public libraries in California today, such as the need to provide access to information in an increasingly digital age.