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'Patience And Fortitude' And The Fight To Save NYC's Storied Public Library

In his new book, Scott Sherman describes how bottom-line business logic nearly gutted New York's preeminent public library. Maureen Corrigan calls it a "slim, smart book" full of colorful characters.

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'Patience And Fortitude' And The Fight To Save NYC's Storied Public Library

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From WHYY in Philadelphia