1: Introduction 2: The economics of libraries: General issues 3: The supply of library services 4: The demand for library services 5: Libraries in a digital era 6: Conclusions
Biography
Marco Ferdinando Martorana is Senior Assistant Professor of Public Economics at the University of Catania, Italy.
Ilde Rizzo is Professor of Public Economics at the University of Catania, Italy.
"A ground-breaking and timely book on one of the major cultural institutions. A systematic overview on the economic analysis of library activities and their interaction with society and wellbeing. The work also addresses the challenges of the digital revolution as well as the new functions and sustainability of libraries. Undoubtedly a key contribution for cultural economists, and highly stimulating for professionals." Luis César Herrero, University of Valladolid, Spain
