Discusses the role of books in society and how the paperback revolution has changed the conception of books from cultural monument to intellectual tool and comments on the effect of radio and television on society. (HOD)

Examines the gender-typed portrayal of material culture in Caldecott Award children's books published between 1937 and 1989. A large proportion of female characters used household artifacts, and more male characters used nondomestic artifacts. Implications of such gender-linked modeling are discussed. (SLD)

The first article is a condensation of an essay and lesson plan focusing on racism in the English language. All language transmits and reinforces societal values. Through a discussion of color symbolism, politics and terminology, "loaded" words and the syndrome of "blaming the victim", this article shows how subtle--and not so subtle--racism…

Asserts that, as society moves into an electronic age, the examination of the historical role of printed materials is developing as a new field of study. Reports on a project that will examine the history of the book in the United States and its significance in shaping and mirroring U.S. democratic values. (CFR)