The problem of acknowledgements in books

Steve Fesenmaier writes “On Acknowledgments, the Inquisition Was Easier
By SAM ROBERTS
The acknowledgments sections of books now often go beyond traditional expressions of authorial indebtedness, with thanks to family, friends, even pets. More here at the NY Times (registration required).

November 28, 2003 by Uncategorized 2

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  1. John says:
    November 28, 2003 at 7:53 am

    Disacknowledgements
    Also related, and of possible interest to librarians, is Christopher Brown’s crusade to have the dedication on his master’s thesis included in the UCSB library, which included this remark:

    To the entire management of the Davidson Library,

    Your strict adherence to self-serving draconian policy has made it a supreme displeasure to work in your vicinity. Incomprehensible fines, unwillingness to help and general poor attitude has made most library visits an ogre. I trust your incompetence will preside over the continued decline in library quality.

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  2. rochelle says:
    November 28, 2003 at 10:44 pm

    Acknoweledgments in resumes and CVs?
    I’ve asked a few people about this, but thought I’d open it up for discussion. If you are acknowledged in a book (for research or other meaty assistance–not as a muse or someone who fed the author when he was down and out), is it appropriate to put that in a CV or resume?

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