1914 - 2004
Daniel J. Boorstin was an American historian, author, and librarian who served as the 12th Librarian of Congress from 1975 to 1987. He is well-known for his works on American history and culture, particularly "The Americans" trilogy, which explores the development of American society from various perspectives. Boorstin's scholarship emphasized the importance of understanding the interplay between history, culture, and technology in shaping modern life.