Orlean, Susan

The Library Book

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ISBN 13:: 9781782392286
author:: Orlean, Susan
format:: Paperback / softback
publisher:: Atlantic Books
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2019
Pages:: 336
Dimensions:: 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.3 centimetres (0
Genre:: Biography, Editors, Journalists, Publishers, History,
Condition:: New
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The Library Book by Susan Orlean explores one of America's most devastating library fires and its lasting impact on our cultural institutions. In this fascinating tale, Orlean delves into the history of libraries, from their humble beginnings to their current status as cornerstones of national identity. On April 28, 1986, a fire alarm sounded at the Los Angeles Public Library, but it was no false alarm - the blaze would go on to consume four hundred thousand books and damage seven hundred thousand more. The investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing, with many questions still unanswered. Orlean's in-depth reporting sheds light on this unsolved mystery and reveals the crucial role that libraries play in our lives. Through her own experiences in libraries and extensive research, Orlean brings to life the story of Harry Peak, a man long suspected of setting fire to the LAPL, and reexamines the case. A captivating exploration of the intersection of history, culture, and community, The Library Book is a love letter to our beloved institutions.

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