The Book Shed

Later printing (2) Much wear to tips, corners and edges of book, covers soiled, hinges starting; no jacket. Second printing. Arthur E. Bostwick (1860-1942) started his library career in 1895 as chief librarian at New York Free Circulating Library, where his former boss William W. Appleton (1845-1924) had founded and chaired the library committee. He viewed libraries as venues for popular education, in contrast with many librarians at that time, like John Shaw Billings, who viewed them as mainly for reference use. In 1899, he moved to the Brooklyn Public Library. He accomplished much, though civil service struggles persuaded him to move back to former position in 1901, and in a merger with New York Public Library he became chief of circulation, with Billings as director. Struggles with Billings persuaded him to move on and accept the opportunity to head the Saint Louis Public Library in 1909. He remained there for the rest of his life. Most items ship with free delivery confirmation, electronic tracking and jacket protectors (generally over $10.00) if applicable. Clean recycled packing material will be used when possible.