Consumer advice in the library: The case for the direct involvement of libraries in training adult readers to use their reading skills more effectively Winter 1966

Abstract

Purpose

The paper is presented as part of the 80th birthday commemorations of Library Review. It seeks to discuss taking a more interventionist line in helping library users develop their reading habit.

Design/methodology/approach

The paper provides a reflective viewpoint.

Findings

The paper finds that public librarians should be more proactive in helping users develop their reading skills by using the wide literature in the field.

Originality/value

The paper is of interest as a historical paper related to libraries and reading.

Citation

Wainwright, G. (2007), "Consumer advice in the library: The case for the direct involvement of libraries in training adult readers to use their reading skills more effectively Winter 1966", Library Review, Vol. 56 No. 6, pp. 456-459. https://doi.org/10.1108/00242530710760346