Encyclopaedia of Library Classification and Information Technology

by Ram Shobhit Singh

Overview

Library classification is constantly being influenced by multifaceted, multidimensional and infinite growth of literature on one hand and the users needs on the other. With the emergence of computer technology, the library classification is being metamorphised. This book attempts to delve a state-of- the-art of library classification in the new computer age. Technical services are as a mix of skilled and professional jobs to provide user services in libraries. Technical services have been with the libraries throughout their evolution from the days of clay tablets, papyrus to paper and virtual libraries. Technical services have evolved making use of available technology of the day. In the days of all powerful and era-defining information technology, the technical services are still necessary to help libraries to accomplish their mission of connecting iusers with the needed information. The book contains useful information on the technologies of cataloguing, evolution of cataloguing codes, structure of library catalogues, etc. describing the characteristics of users, their information requirement and other related issues. It also contains a comparative, analytical and critical study that evaluates the works of classification systems.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9789354105937
Publisher:	Arts & Science Academic Publishing
Publication date:	06/30/2008
Sold by:	Barnes & Noble
Format:	eBook
Pages:	292
File size:	867 KB

About the Author

Ram Shobhit Singh is a renowned name in the field of Library and Information Science. At present he is Librarian of Bihar Central Library and the famous Sinha Library Patna. His area of expertise is Library and Information Science. He has contributed to publications on this subject. He has worked extensively on several Library Cataloguing and Classifications Theories.