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""Field and Future of Traveling Libraries"" explores the innovative concept of mobile libraries and their potential to transform access to information and education, particularly in rural and underserved communities. Authored by Melvil Dewey, a pioneering figure in library science, this work advocates for the expansion of library services beyond traditional brick-and-mortar institutions. Dewey's vision encompasses a network of traveling libraries that bring books and learning resources directly to individuals, schools, and community centers. The book discusses the practical considerations of establishing and maintaining these mobile libraries, addressing issues such as book selection, transportation, and community engagement. This forward-thinking work provides valuable insights into the early development of library outreach programs and their enduring relevance in promoting literacy and lifelong learning. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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