The Whole Library Handbook Current Data, Professional Advice and Curiosa about Libraries and Library Services

• Other Authors: Eberhart, George M. (Editor)
• Format: Manuscript Book
• Language: English
• Published: Chicago American Library Association 2013
• Subjects: Libraries; Library science > United States
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 The Whole Library Handbook, now in its fifth edition, is an encyclopaedia filled with facts, tips, lists, and resources essential for library professionals and information workers of all kinds, all carefully handpicked to reflect the most informative, practical, up-to-date, and entertaining examples of library literature. Organised in easy-to-find categories, this unique compendium covers all areas of librarianship from academic libraries to teen services, from cataloguing to copyright, and from gaming to social media. Selections include Facts and figures on library workers,Bookmobile guidelines,100 great libraries of the world,Job search and recruitment techniques, and advice on how to deal with tough economic times,Tips on writing articles and book reviews,Fun with cataloguing rules,Famous librarians' favourite books and covering a huge spectrum of librariana, this one-of-a-kind volume is both educational and entertaining.