Product Description: Explore the history of this most important area of library science! This informative collection considers the historical aspects of cataloging and classification around the world and throughout the centuries. Thoughtfully divided into three categories (cataloging rules, individual countries/regions, and special formats/topics), Historical Aspects of Cataloging and Classification covers general topics such as the development of cataloging rules, classification schemes, and the development of online systems...read more

Product Description: This practical guide helps library catalogers deal with specific problems in cataloging materials in languages from all parts of the world. Even the most experienced catalogers frequently have to handle materials in languages with which they are not familiar...read more