Burning the Books: RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK

Name: Burning the Books: RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK
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SKU: 9781529378771
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A History of Knowledge Under Attack

By Richard Ovenden

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Summary

In Burning the Books: RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK, Richard Ovenden explores the history of deliberate attacks on libraries and the destruction of knowledge throughout the ages. The book delves into the motivations behind these acts, the cultural and intellectual loss they represent, and the resilience of archives and institutions in preserving humanity's shared heritage. It's a testament to the enduring importance of libraries in safeguarding our collective legacy.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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This book may appeal to you if you're fascinated by the crucial role libraries and archives have played throughout history in preserving knowledge and culture. It's an engaging exploration of the threats to memory institutions and how books and records have been targeted during conflicts, demonstrating the resilience and importance of protecting our shared heritage.

Burning the Books: RADIO 4 BOOK OF THE WEEK

'A stark and important warning about the value of knowledge . . . Vital reading for this day and age' PETER FRANKOPAN

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An unforgettable 3,000-year-old journey—from Mesopotamian clay tablets trying to predict the future, to Tudor book-hunters and Nazi bonfires, and on into the dangers of our increasingly digital existence, Burning the Books shows how the preservation of knowledge is vital for the survival of civilisation itself.

'A wonderful book, full of good stories and burning with passion' SUNDAY TIMES, BOOKS OF THE YEAR

'Compelling, fascinating and rewarding' LITERARY REVIEW

'When books burn, it is more than just words under attack... this extraordinary book should stir us to thinking and to action' FINANCIAL TIMES

'A tale of ingenuity and deep courage' GUARDIAN

'A stark warning—the truth itself is under attack' THE TIMES, BOOKS OF THE YEAR

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Burning the Books by Richard Ovenden is praised for its passionate defence of libraries and archives amidst the challenges posed by fake news and digitalisation. Critics highlight the book's engaging storytelling, rich historical perspective, and Ovenden's dedication to preserving knowledge. The book has been described as both timely and authoritative, urging a recognition and defence of libraries as essential to our cultural heritage and collective memory.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529378771

Publisher: John Murray Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 May 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: John Murray Publishers Ltd

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 26.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 260g

Pages: 320

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Global History History & Military Non-Fiction Richard Ovenden

About the Author

Richard Ovenden OBE is the 25th Bodley's Librarian (since the post was set up in 1600) at the Bodelian Library in Oxford. Since 1987 he has worked in a number of important archives and libraries, including the House of Lords Library, the National Library of Scotland (as a Curator of Rare Books) and in the University of Edinburgh, where he was Director of Collections. He is an Honorary Fellow of St Hugh's College, Oxford and holds a Professorial Fellowship at Balliol College, Oxford. His writing has been frequently published in major newspapers and online platforms.