Functioning of Regional Public Libraries in Andhra Pradesh: a Study

This book is a comprehensive study and discussion about the functioning of the Regional Public Libraries in the state of Andhra Pradesh. It has laid its major emphasis on the functioning of the Regional Public Libraries, functioning and the views of the commissioner of public libraries, renowned libraries of different Regional Public Libraries in the state. This book gives an understanding between the functioning of Regional Public Libraries and social issues, different social aspect and their influence on the society. It discusses about public libraries movement in Andhra Pradesh and their present need. And also reviews earlier studies and methodology. The readers will find this book useful in historical, sociological and educational aspects in the fields of Library and Information Science. About The Author:- Dr. L.V. Chandra Sekhara Rao, has shown his expertise in Library Management for more than a decade. He has worked at different libraries in the state of Andhra Pradesh as a Librarian and is presently rendering his services as the Librarian in Maharaja’s Post Graduate College, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh (awarded ‘A’ Grade by NACC). He got his Master Degree’s in Political Science, Public Administration and Library Science. He is awarded Doctorate Degree Ph.D., for his research on the functioning of Regional Public Libraries in the state of AP by Andhra University. He has participated in many National seminars, conferences and workshops conducted by Professional Organisations and universities like IATLIS, DELNET, INFLIBNET, etc. He is known for his excellence in managing the computerized Libraries and exploration of knowledge and actively participation in the establishment of a full fledged academic Library at Maharaja’s Post Graduate College, Vizianagaram, Andhra Pradesh. Contents:- List of Tables • List of Figures • Abbreviations • Acknowledgements • Introduction • Review of Earlier Studies, Study Design and Methodology • Profile of the Regional Public Libraries in Andhra Pradesh • Analysis and Discussion • Summary and Conclusions • Bibliography • Index. The Title 'Functioning of Regional Public Libraries in Andhra Pradesh: a Study written/authored/edited by L.V. Chandra Sekhara Rao', published in the year 2008. The ISBN 9788178356822 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 346 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Kalpaz Publications. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Library and Information Science. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms Vol:-