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Rare Book Librarianship: An Introduction and Guide
Contributor(s): Galbraith, Steven K. (Author), Smith, Geoffrey D. (Author), Silver, Joel B. (Author)
ISBN: 1591588812     ISBN-13: 9781591588818
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
OUR PRICE:   $59.40  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: June 2012
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BISAC Categories:
- Language Arts & Disciplines | Library & Information Science - General
Dewey: 025.196
LCCN: 2012012354
Physical Information: 0.6" H x 6.1" W x 9.1" (0.75 lbs) 208 pages
 
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Rare Book Librarianship for the 21st Century is the first new rare books handbook of practice in 25 years. Authored by two special collections experts with extensive field experience, this book is also the first to discuss the role of digital technologies in managing a rare book collection.

After a fascinating discussion of the history and current state of rare book libraries, this handbook provides a comprehensive account of the core skills and knowledge needed to be a successful rare book librarian. Topics include best practices for handling, housing, and conserving rare materials; collection development techniques; and user education and outreach. This book will serve as a handbook for practitioners in academic settings, large public libraries, and special libraries, and as a textbook for students in MLIS courses on rare book librarianship and curatorship.