Isbn: 9781332774227 - classification of books: a paper read before the american library association, may, 1882 (classic reprint) (4 risultati)

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

Condizione: Like New. In unused condition, may show some slight shelf wear, but otherwise unread. This title was digitally scanned from a rare, out of print edition, and will have some visual artifacts from that process.

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

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book is a meticulous classification system for organizing books and sheltering them on library shelves. Developed over four years, it presents a practical and lasting solution to a problem that has vexed bibliographers for centuries. Structured under five main classesâ"A, E, I, O, and Yâ"and their subcategories, the system provides a permanent location for each book, regardless of size. Notably, this system is compatible with any subject catalog. The author offers thoughtful commentary on the virtues of various classification methodologies, considering the strengths and weaknesses of notable predecessors, such as the Dewey Decimal System, Brunetâs Table mà thodique, and the Library of Congress system. Through a thoughtful exploration of the challenges faced by librarians, the author has developed an enduring tool that is sure to be of use to anyone interested in effective library organization. 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.…