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In 1958, Sylvia Blackwell, fresh from one of the new post-war Library Schools, takes up a job as children's librarian in a run-down library in the market town of East Mole.
Her mission is to fire the enthusiasm of the children of East Mole for reading. But her love affair with the local married GP, and her befriending of his precious daughter, her neighbour's son, and her landlady's neglected grandchild, ignite the prejudices of the town, threatening her job and the very existence of the library with dramatic consequences for them all.
A note on book covers: while we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
A passionate librarian's fight to inspire young readers.
Who is this book for?
The Librarian offers a charming look into a 1950s small town and the transformative power of books. Sylvia’s dedication to sparking enthusiasm for reading amid local prejudices makes this a heartfelt story of persistence and community. If you enjoy stories about the impact of literature and heartfelt personal struggles, this book might become a favorite.
