Description
Book SynopsisNine authors combine their experience and expertise to discuss the realities of circulation, interlibrary loans and document delivery, and fee-based services in health sciences libraries.
Trade ReviewThe material on managing a circulation department gives practical advice on implementing an automated system, selecting a photocopier, and more. * Lisca *
The book is clearly written, well organized, and contains excellent chapter bibliographies. It is a valuable source of information on access and delivery, whether used in its entirety or as a reference tool for specific issues. * Journal Of Interlibrary Loan *
The volume combines practical experience with some useful theoretical discussion...a useful, authoritative insight into American public library planning... * Australian Library Journal *
The authors have succeeded in presenting current practice in a rapidly changing field, while describing future trends and discussing the many issues to be addressed as changes occur. The result is a practical guide for students and practitioners alike. * Journal of the Medical Library Association *
Table of ContentsPart 1 Preface Part 2 Expert Reviewers Part 3 Advisory Committee Members Part 4 Authors Part 5 Introduction Chapter 6 1 Adminstration and Organization of Services Chapter 7 2 Access Chapter 8 3 Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery Chapter 9 4 Fee-Based Services Chapter 10 5 Future Trends Part 11 Appendix A—Automated Circulation Functions Part 12 Appendix B—Shelving Terminology Part 13 Appendix C—Shelving Measurements Part 14 Glossary Part 15 Index Part 16 Author Biographies
