The library axiology within the framework of bibliosophy

Abstract

Library axiology is interpreted as a section of the philosophy of the bibliosphere. The subject of library axiology is the value relationship and values of library activities. The monograph by G. M. Vikhreva "Value foundations of Russian libraries" [in Russian] is reviewed. Vikhreva examines the following problems: the axiological model of the library, libraries in the context of postmodernist society and globalization, the levels of the value foundations of library activities. The traditions of enlightenment are pursued in the value-orientated activities of Russian libraries. The reviewer argues that in the axiological hierarchy, the vertex value is the national idea expressing elements that must be unconditionally protected and preserved. Awareness of the national idea is just as important for society as it is important for an individual to understand the meaning of his/her life. False national ideas are dangerous because they disorient the state, society and individuals. To comprehend interrelationships between library axiology and axiology of culture, one has to go beyond the library when comprehending the value foundations of library activities and refer to the theoretical baggage of bibliosophy. The monograph by G. M. Vikhreva deserves the attention of library community, since it offers scientific novelty and relevance as a new vector of the library science.