Fairthorne, R.A.: Empirical hyperbolic distributions (Bradford-Zipf-Mandelbrot) for bibliometric description and prediction (2005)
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- Abstract
- Purpose - Aims to build on the work of Buckland and Hindle regarding statistical distribution as applied to the field of bibliometrics, particularly the use of empirical laws. Design/methodology/approach - Gives examples of hyperbolic distributions that have a bearing on the bibliometric application, and discusses the characteristics of hyperbolic distributions and the Bradford distribution. Findings - Hyperbolic distributions are the inevitable result of combinatorial necessity and a tendency to short-term rational behaviour. Originality/value - Supports Bradford's conclusion from his law, i.e. that to know about one's speciality, one must go outside it. Wiederabdruck eines Artikels aus Journal of documentation 25(1969) no.4, S.319-343.
- Source
- Journal of documentation. 61(2005) no.2, S.171-193
