Intellectual freedom manual Compiled by the Office for Intellectual Freedom of the American Library Association ; Trina Magi, Editor ; Martin Garnar, Assistant Editor .
Since it was established in 1967, ALA's Office for Intellectual Freedom (OIF) has championed the rights of library users to seek and receive information on all subjects from all points of view without restriction and without having the subject of one's interest examined or scrutinized by others. The new edition of the Intellectual Freedom Manual is more than just an invaluable compendium of guiding principles and policies. It's also an indispensable resource for day-to-day guidance on maintaining free and equal access to information for all people. Fortifying and emboldening professionals and students from across the library spectrum, this manual includes 34 ALA policy statements and documents, 17 new or updated for this edition, addressing patron behavior, internet use, copyright, exhibits, use of meeting spaces, and other common concerns At-a-glance lists summarizing key issues such as access, challenges and censorship, access by minors to controversial materials, and advocacy Explanations of legal points in clear, easy-to-understand language, alongside case citations Numerous checklists to help readers stay organized A glossary and selected bibliographyThis must-have tool will help librarians ensure that institutions of all kinds remain beacons of intellectual freedom.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
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Library Journal Review
Now in its 10th edition, this manual remains the singular guide to intellectual property for librarians and library administrators tasked with addressing issues related to copyright, censorship, ethics, and advocacy. Since the publication of the ninth edition, evolving public sentiment and significant changes in federal and international law (such as the expiration of parts of the USA Patriot Act) have necessitated a sweeping revision of the book. In this updated version, editors Garnar (director, Amherst Coll. Lib.) and Magi (reference and instruction librarian, Univ. of Vermont) offer eight new interpretations of the Library Bill of Rights, taking on topics such as politics, religion, and diversity, equity, and inclusion. Also included is a new article, "When To Call the Police," which lays out actions that require law enforcement intervention and also details activities that are not illegal in a library, such as breastfeeding or experiencing homelessness. VERDICT Library administrators will find that the guidance included in the 10th edition supersedes that of the ninth edition, particularly in the "Deeper Look" sections, and is thus a crucial replacement. Librarians of all kinds will appreciate the continuing reflection on our professional principles and values.--Jennifer Townes, Ina Dillard Russell Lib., Milledgeville, GA
CHOICE Review
Garnar (library director, Amherst College), the current chair of ALA's Intellectual Freedom Committee, joins with Magi (Univ. of Vermont) for this tenth edition of ALA's Intellectual Freedom Manual. The first volume was published in 1974. Each of the book's three parts comprises published ALA documents and selected essays by librarians. The first part outlines essential concepts in intellectual freedom, including basic definitions and guides for creating and supporting related library policies. The second part focuses specifically on the issues of resource access, censorship, children, collection management, copyright, spaces and programming, privacy, interaction with law enforcement, free speech, and equity and diversity. The third part provides information on outreach and communication regarding intellectual freedom issues. Overall, this book is an extremely practical and useful guide for librarians dealing with intellectual freedom topics, offering both foundational understanding of the topic and applicable guidance for navigating related situations. The documents provide definitions and clear steps to troubleshoot associated questions and problems. Drawing all the important intellectual freedom sources for librarians into one place in a highly organized manner, the book provides an informative overview and is easily accessible for real-world practice. [Disclaimer: Choice is part of the American Library Association, which published this book.] Summing Up: Recommended. Graduate students, researchers, faculty, and professionals. --Eric Jeitner, Stockton University
Intellectual freedom manual
APA
Magi T. J., Garnar M. & American Library Association. (2015). Intellectual freedom manual. Chicago: ALA Editions, An imprint of the American Library Association.
Chicago
Magi Trina J, Garnar Martin and American Library Association. 2015. Intellectual freedom manual. Chicago: ALA Editions, An imprint of the American Library Association.
Harvard
Magi T. J., Garnar M. and American Library Association. (2015). Intellectual freedom manual. Chicago: ALA Editions, An imprint of the American Library Association.
MLA
Magi Trina J, Garnar Martin and American Library Association. Intellectual freedom manual. Chicago: ALA Editions, An imprint of the American Library Association. 2015.
