Michael Gorman (librarian)
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Michael Gorman (born 6 March 1941 in Witney, Oxfordshire)[1] is a British-born librarian, library scholar and editor/writer on library issues noted for his traditional views. During his tenure as president of the American Library Association (ALA), he was vocal in his opinions on a range of subjects, notably technology and education. He currently lives in the Chicago area with his wife, Anne Reuland, an academic administrator at Loyola University.
Michael Gorman | |
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President of the American Library Association | |
In office 2005–2006 | |
Preceded by | Carol A. Brey-Casiano |
Succeeded by | Leslie Burger |
Personal details | |
Born | (1941-03-06) 6 March 1941 (age 83) Witney, Oxfordshire, England |
Occupation | Librarian |
Writing career | |
Genre | Librarianship |
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Gorman's principles of librarianship derive from core liberal, democratic and humanist values.[2] A key influence is S.R. Ranganathan, whom he regarded as "the greatest figure of librarianship in the 20th century."[3] He maintains that it is through focusing on core professional values that librarians will facilitate personal growth and enhance the success of their institutions.[4]