Running a message parlor
Gordon McShean
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Running a message parlor
Published
1977
Publisher
Ramparts Press
Pages
237
ISBN-10
0878670688
Description
Here is what happened when a dedicated professional, trying to make his library relevant to today's needs, confronted self-appointed censors - Daughters of the American Revolution, John Birchers and religious bigots. Funny and serious at the same time, this story gives insights into society's censoriousness and offers a stinging indictment of public libraries, which have long set themselves up as the defender's of the people's knowledge. It also gives an inside look at librarians, forever putting to rest the stereotype of the timid, bespectacled introvert. The librarians here are delightful and vulnerable humans who drink, swear and play hard at being "professsional" practitioners of a "science."
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Running a message parlor?
This edition of Running a message parlor has approximately 237 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Running a message parlor?
For most readers, Running a message parlor typically takes between 4h 56m and 3h 18m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 59,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 3h 57m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 8 days • Estimated word count: 59,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Running a message parlor?
The estimated word count for Running a message parlor is approximately 59,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Running a message parlor?
Running a message parlor was written by Gordon McShean.
When was Running a message parlor published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 1977. The original work may have been published on a different date.