Introduction to Library Public Services. 5th Edition.

Evans, G. Edward;Amodeo, Anthony J.;Carter, Thomas L.;Bloomberg, Marty Introduction to Public Services for Library Technici

ISBN 10: 0872878600 ISBN 13: 9780872878600

Published by Westport, Connecticut, U.S.A.: Libraries Unlimited Inc, 1992

Language: English

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Introduction to Library Public Services. 5th Edition.

Publisher

Westport, Connecticut, U.S.A.: Libraries Unlimited Inc

Publication Date

1992

Language

English

ISBN 10

0872878600

ISBN 13

9780872878600

Binding

Soft cover

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5th or later Edition

Condition

Very Good

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Emphasizing the enormous changes wrought by technology, this essential text offers a solid, broadly based view of library public service and its functions. Chapters are arranged by type of service-reference services and sources, bibliographic instruction, interlibrary loan, circulation, reserve services, special collections, serials, media services, government documents, and security issues. Within each chapter, the authors consider the philosophy and role of the particular service, variations in service and format, physical facility (and storage) implications, staffing patterns and administrative concerns, and legal and ethical issues. The duties and responsibilities of professional librarians and support staff are incorporated throughout. The book has been entirely rewritten, integrating technological information throughout the book in context. For example, the effects of automation and the Internet on reference service are examined and there is greater emphasis on electronic, and especially Inte

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?Review of previous edition: Useful for an introductory course in public services at the graduate level...Also an appropriate text for paraprofessional training because it covers concepts and ethics involved in the services those paraprofessionals perform daily...A good addition to any library science collection.?-Research Strategies

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