ISBN: 9781331902652 - an introduction to library classification, theoretical, historical, and practical, and a short course in practical classification: with readings, questions and examination papers (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book provides a compact and informative guide on library classification principles for beginners. The author meticulously introduces the basic concepts of library classification, exploring the essential themes that underpin organizing knowledge into distinct categories and subcategories. The book focuses on establishing a universally accepted classification system for library resources. Concepts such as the meaning of a class, the difference between natural and artificial classification, and the elements of a classification are discussed in lucid detail. The author highlights the advantages of a natural classification system in showcasing the inherent properties of the things being classified and their correlations. This book is an essential resource for students and practitioners seeking a comprehensive understanding of library classification, empowering them to effectively organize and retrieve knowledge from library collections. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…