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Record Nr.

UNINA9910455617703321

Autore

Alabaster Carol

Titolo

Developing an outstanding core collection [[electronic resource] ] : a guide for libraries / / Carol Alabaster

Pubbl/distr/stampa

Chicago, : American Library Association, 2002

ISBN

0-8389-9957-3

Descrizione fisica

1 online resource (205 p.)

Disciplina

025.2/1

Soggetti

Public libraries - Collection development - United States

Collection development (Libraries) - United States

Electronic books.

Lingua di pubblicazione

Inglese

Formato

Materiale a stampa

Livello bibliografico

Monografia

Note generali

Description based upon print version of record.

Nota di bibliografia

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Nota di contenuto

PREFACE; The Philosophy of Adult Core Collections; Developing a Core Collection Policy Statement; Selecting a Core Collection; Creating and Maintaining Core Collections; Implementing the Core Collection; Bibliography: Core Selection Resources and Works Cited; Sample Core Lists with Selection Criteria and Sources; INDEX;

Sommario/riassunto

''Creating an adult core collection for a public library is an extremely complex and challenging endeavor.''—from the Preface. This practical handbook offers step-by-step instructions on not only how to build a core collection from scratch but also how to maintain and revitalize an existing collection. Building on the basics, this comprehensive guide to core collection development offers ready-to-use advice on developing a collection policy statement, selecting user-appropriate sources, and ultimately serving your constituency with the best possible collection. With an eye toward quality and y