Document (#19000)

Author

Ramesh Babu, B.

Title

Some thoughts on requirements for a good index to a book

Source

Lucknow librarian. 23(1991) no.2, S.56-62

Year

1991

Abstract

Discusses the characteristics of a good book index such as exhaustiveness, internal and external guidance, indexing scheme, depth of index, alphabetization, locators, physical appearance and layout. Highlights current indexing practices and enumerates the qualities and ethical responsibilities of indexers

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