Document (#31253)

Author

Gray, B.

Title

Cataloging the special collections of Allegheny college

Source

Library resources and technical services. 49(2005) no.1, S.49-56

Year

2005

Abstract

Scholars have long noted the significance of Allegheny College's special collections to American cultural and educational history. Special collections have value to colleges and universities as publicity devices to draw scholars, students, and funding to the institution. Catalogers have an important role to play in marketing the library and the college through improved bibliographic access to these collections. Rare book and manuscript cataloging presents many challenges to catalogers, especially at smaller institutions. This report traces the evolution of Allegheny College's catalog, from book format in 1823, through card format, and finally to online. It also explores the bibliographic challenges created as the library moved from one format to another.

Theme

Formalerschließung

Field

Geschichtswissenschaft

Location

USA
Allegheny College

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