The National: A Library For The People (1839)

The National: A Library For The People is a book written by William James Linton in 1839. The book is a comprehensive guide to the establishment of a national library system that would be accessible to all citizens. Linton argues that such a system would be essential to the education and enlightenment of the masses, and would contribute to the advancement of society as a whole.The book is divided into several chapters that cover various aspects of the proposed national library system. Linton begins by discussing the importance of education and the role that libraries can play in promoting learning and intellectual development. He then outlines the benefits of a national library system, including increased access to knowledge, improved literacy rates, and the promotion of democratic values.Linton also provides practical advice on how to establish and maintain a national library system. He discusses issues such as funding, staffing, and collection development, and offers suggestions for how to overcome potential obstacles to the creation of such a system.Overall, The National: A Library For The People is a passionate and persuasive call to action for the establishment of a national library system that would benefit all citizens. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and development of libraries, as well as those interested in the role that libraries can play in promoting education and social progress.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.