| Whole Library Handbook 5: Current Data, Professional Advice, and Curiosa about Libraries and Library Services Revised Edition Contributor(s): Eberhart, George M. (Editor) |
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ISBN: 0838910904 ISBN-13: 9780838910900 Publisher: ALA Editions OUR PRICE: $49.50 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: May 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Language Arts & Disciplines | Library & Information Science - General - Reference |
| Dewey: 020.973 |
| LCCN: 2012041726 |
| Series: Whole Library Handbook: Current Data, Professional Advice, & Curios |
| Physical Information: 1.08" H x 6" W x 9" (1.56 lbs) 536 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Whole Library Handbook, now in its fifth edition, is an encyclopedia 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. Organized in easy-to-find categories, this unique compendium covers all areas of librarianship from academic libraries to teen services, from cataloging 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 cataloging rules - Famous librarians' favorite books Covering a huge spectrum of librariana, this one-of-a-kind volume is both educational and entertaining. Praise for the previous edition: "Timely, humorous, and informative. Everyone who plans to enter this profession would do well to own a copy." -Public Libraries |