Margaret Stieg Dalton Books

This author delves into the dynamics and historical development within library and information science. Her work examines themes such as reference services and online systems, focusing on their broader implications for academic and public institutions. Her research and writing often illuminate the complex interplay between information, technology, and societal shifts. Through her scholarly output, she contributes to understanding how these fields evolve and impact education.

Catholicism, Popular Culture, and the Arts in Germany, 1880-1933

Catholicism, Popular Culture, and the Arts in Germany, 1880-1933
392 pages
14 hours of reading
The book explores the German Catholic cultural movement from the late 19th century to 1933, highlighting how industrialization, literacy, and leisure influenced entertainment demand. It discusses the impact of technological advancements on the marketing of new entertainment forms and the broader effects of modernism on high culture. Through this lens, the author examines how clergy and lay Catholics engaged with both high and popular culture in Germany, offering insights into the intersection of faith and modernity during this transformative period.
Public libraries in Nazi Germany
368 pages
13 hours of reading
Stieg (library and information studies, U. of Alabama) examines the political influence of the Nazi party on German public libraries, as an opening to an exploration both of the nature of the Nazi movement, and to the usurpation of cultural institutions for political purposes in general. She also details the administrative organization, policies, and programs of the libraries, 1933-45. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

Catholicism, Popular Culture, and the Arts in Germany, 1880-1933

Public libraries in Nazi Germany