Union List of Serials in Libraries of the United States and Canada (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Gregory, Winifred

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1528231880 ISBN 13 : 9781528231886

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Unlock a master reference for serials cataloging and library management. This edition of a comprehensive union list provides practical guidance on how serials are defined, organized, and entered for library catalogs, with rules for checking editions, identifying new titles, and coordinating across cooperating libraries. It also explains abbreviations, classifications, and the standards used to keep the list accurate and up to date.

The work frames scope and value clearly, showing how libraries can use the list to improve consistency, discover rare titles, and avoid missing important holdings. It emphasizes starting with a library’s own catalog and outlines procedures for reporting changes, additions, and corrections. The text aims to support librarians, editors, and researchers who rely on a standardized, shareable catalog of serial publications.

• How a serial is defined and which items are included or excluded


• Guidelines for entering, updating, and numbering serials


• Procedures for checking editions and reporting changes


• Standards for abbreviations, reference entries, and access points

Ideal for library staff, catalogers, and researchers who need a clear, practical reference on serials management and cooperative cataloging.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1528231880
• ISBN 13: 9781528231886
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 384
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