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Initiative and influence: the contributions of Virginia Haviland to children's services, research, and writing.(Imagination and Scholarship: The Contributions of Women to American Youth Services and Literature)

From: Library Trends  |  Date: 3/22/1996  |  Author: Smith, Karen Patricia

Virginia Haviland's (1911-1988) notable career highlights include her work at the Boston Public Library, editor at 'The Horn Book Magazine,' and Head of the Children's Book Section, Reference Department of the Library of Congress. Haviland's life-long dedication to the children's publishing field is examined.

Abstract

This article focuses upon the legacy of achievement of Virginia Haviland, whose career was dedicated to youth services, the writing and reviewing of children's literature, ...

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