ABSTRACT

This important reference volume covers developments in aspects of British library and information work during the five year period 2001-2005. Over forty contributors, all of whom are experts in their subject, provide an overview of their field along with extensive further references which act as a starting point for further research. The book provides a comprehensive record of library and information management during the past five years and will be essential reading for all scholars, library professionals and students.

chapter |11 pages

National libraries

chapter |17 pages

Public libraries

chapter |10 pages

Music libraries

chapter |17 pages

Map libraries

chapter |17 pages

Local studies

chapter |18 pages

Archives

chapter |13 pages

Patents

chapter |16 pages

The book trade

chapter |12 pages

Research

chapter |10 pages

Cooperation

chapter |13 pages

Marketing

chapter |13 pages

Cataloguing

chapter |18 pages

Preservation