Document (#19901)

Author

Toase, C.

Title

To whom do you refer?

Source

Library Association record. 100(1998) no.3, S.144-146

Year

1998

Abstract

Presents an update on new developments and basic sources in the field of reference books, noting the continued proliferation of large scale printed reference works, despite much talk of the book's demise. Covers CD-ROM publications as well as printed materials, and quotes current prices

Theme

Informationsdienstleistungen

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