CinemaOSMovie · 1966 · 0h 22m

The Case For Books

Documentary

This film about Library services in Australia shows some of the work of the Commonwealth Parliamentary Library, the National Library with its varied resources and examples of State, University, special and public services suggesting their value in meeting needs for information at all levels. The library movement has become a vital part of Australian life. How libraries have fitted into society all over Australia, from the bustle of Sydney's Kings Cross to the remote outback.

Directed byHenry Lewes, Rhonda Small

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Status
Released
Runtime
0h 22m
Language
EN
Released
January 1, 1966
Studios
National Film and Sound Archive of Australia (NFSA)Australian Commonwealth Film UnitAustralian National Film Board

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Cast & crew

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Directed by
Henry Lewes
Rhonda Small
Produced by
Malcolm Otton
Malcolm Otton

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