A good overview of his history and accomplishments but not a balanced view of his life. ( )

easy to read ( )

A history book for children. Written in an unpretentious, matter-of-fact way, with words and pictures that respect the intellect of kids while promoting a love for books and reading. Andrew Carnegie did much to help the disadvantaged and is responsible for many libraries throughout our country. The book also is honest about what a ruthless businessman Carnegie was and how he sometimes mistreated his workers. But the book does so much to further social awareness and offers hope to all who desire to lift themselves up and succeed. Acquiring a love for reading cannot possibly hurt in establishing one's place in the world, and is a fine place to begin a life journey. ( )

When I saw this book available I knew I had to read it. As a librarian, it is well known all of the good work that Andrew Carnegie did for establishing public libraries in America. I have worked in several Carnegie libraries over the years. Knowing the enormous contributions Carnegie made towards libraries, I was thrilled to see a children's book that not only shared this important history of libraries, but also touched on hard work and self education. I also appreciated that the author chose to include information at the end of the book that touched on the fact that Carnegie's relationship with the working man was not always charitable.
The Man Who Loved Libraries would be a great book for children learning about public libraries or the titans of industry. However, the colorful illustrations would interest any child. ( )