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1	Libraries and Google more books like this by William Miller, III (Editor), Rita M Pellen (Editor) add to wishlist Google[trademark] has become a nearly omnipresent tool of the Internet, with its potential only now beginning to be realised. How can librarians effectively integrate this powerful search engine to provide service to their patrons? "Libraries and Google[trademark]" presents leading authorities discussing the many possibilities of using Google ... see all copies from $12.48! new only from $12.48! \| SVS
2	Preservation of Library and Archival Materials: A Manual more books like this by Sherelyn Ogden (Editor) add to wishlist U.S. museums hold over 4 million cubic feet of archival materials and 7 million volumes of bound materials. This comprehensive, user friendly guide to preservation of paper-based library and archival materials focuses on preventing or slowing down their deterioration. The manual includes information on preservation planning, storage, emergency ... see all copies from $124.95! new only from $124.95!
3	Emergency Preparedness for Libraries more books like this by Julie Beth Todaro add to wishlist 85.00 see all copies from $39.46! new only from $102.00! \| SVS
4	Theorizing Digital Cultural Heritage: A Critical Discourse more books like this by Fiona Cameron (Editor), Sarah Kenderdine (Editor) add to wishlist This book features theoretical and practical perspectives from a range of disciplines on the challenges of using digital media in interpretation and representation of cultural heritage. In "Theorizing Digital Cultural Heritage", experts offer a critical and theoretical appraisal of the uses of digital media by cultural heritage institutions. ... see all copies from $33.25! new only from $33.25! \| SVS
5	Writing Rfps for Acquisitions: A Guide to the Request for Proposal more books like this by Frances C Wilkinson add to wishlist see all copies from $13.87! new only from $32.13!
6	Preserving Library Materials: A Manual more books like this by Susan Garretson Swartzburg add to wishlist Preserving Library Materials helps librarians in public, special, small academic and research libraries develop programs to meet their preservation needs. It is especially useful as a text for courses on collection management and preservation. Please note that the abridged textbook paperback edition does not include appendixes or the bibliography. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $104.05! \| first editions \| SVS
7	In-House Book Binding and Repair more books like this by Sharon McQueen add to wishlist 37.00 see all copies from $30.20! new only from $41.43! \| SVS
8	Preservation: Issues and Planning more books like this by Paul N. Banks, Roberta Pilette add to wishlist A reference guide covering the repair, maintenance and preservation of library or archive collections, providing an analysis of how to plan for and ensure the long-term health of an institution's collection in this digital age. see all copies from $55.00! new only from $55.00! \| SVS
9	Knowing Where to Look: The Ultimate Guide to Research more books like this by Lois Horowitz add to wishlist An easy-to-use guide to finding the best research methods available. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $24.87! \| first editions \| SVS
10	Library Off-Site Shelving: Guide for High-Density Facilities more books like this by Danuta A Nitecki, Curtis L Kendrick add to wishlist As libraries strive to maintain collections with limited space, many have turned to high efficiency off-site shelving facilities. This work addresses virtually all the major issues in planning, building and operating high density storage. see all copies from $24.99! new only from $32.97! \| first editions
11	Disaster Response more books like this by Miriam Kahn add to wishlist Fire, water, mold, construction problems, power outages - these unexpected mishaps can not only bring services to a grinding halt but also destroy collections. This revised edition is a thorough guide to preventing or responding to problems big and small in libraries. see all copies from $14.69! new only from $63.81! \| SVS
12 view cover	Disaster Response and Planning for Libraries more books like this by Miriam Kahn add to wishlist With their vast, often irreplaceable holdings of books and journals, audio and video tapes, CD-ROMS and computers, libraries are particularly vulnerable to disasters of all types. Whether, fire, flood, tornado or earthquake, disasters can not only damage equipment and bring services to a grinding halt, they can also destroy collections built over ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $34.26!
13 view cover	Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries more books like this by William Miller, Rita Pellen add to wishlist Learn from those who actually dealt with disaster! Regardless of the type of library, natural disasters can have catastrophic effects on its collections and artifacts. Dealing with Natural Disasters in Libraries provides an inside look at different disasters and how diverse types of libraries dealt with the consequences. This useful resource ... see all copies from $54.05! new only from $54.05!
14 view cover	Book Repair more books like this by Kenneth Lavender add to wishlist Here's a guide to both basic book repair techniques and sound conservation advice and alternatives. The basic repair techniques include cleaning, mending, hinge and spine repair, strengthening paperbacks, and enclosures, all illustrated for "easy-to-follow" use. Clear presentation of basic techniques and procedures are coupled with a discussion of ... see all copies from $40.00! new only from $63.00!
15 view cover	Charleston Conference Proceedings more books like this by Rosann Bazirjian (Editor), Vicky Speck (Editor), Katina Strauch (Editor) add to wishlist A collection of papers on collection management from the 2003 conference. Session topics include: Scholarly Communication Issues, Archiving Issues, Electronic Publishing Issues, The Future of the Book, and others. see all copies from $1.99! new only from $7.47!
16 view cover	Promoting Preservation Awareness in Libraries: A Sourcebook for Academic, Public, School, and Special Collections more books like this by Jeanne M Drewes (Editor), Julie A Page (Editor) add to wishlist As collections deteriorate and libraries have less money to replace them, their longevity becomes a management issue. This volume uses case studies to show librarians how to minimize harm to collections and teach proper handling. see all copies from $8.17! new only from $89.50!
17 view cover	Preservation Management: Policies and Practices in British Libraries more books like this by John Feather add to wishlist Represents the results of a survey carried out of around 500 British libraries to study preservation management practices since 1986. This work explores the findings about management attitudes and practices, and also considers the nature and importance of preservation policy issues. see all copies from $58.93! new only from $110.14!
18	Acquisitions, Budgets, and Material Costs: Issues and Approaches more books like this by Sul H Lee, PhD (Editor) add to wishlist In times of tight materials budgets, steeply rising prices, and rapidly expanding information formats, library professionals will appreciate the valuable insights into acquisitions processes and management of material costs that are offered in this practical new book. Respected librarians and vendor representatives contributed to this volume--the ... see all copies from $1.99! new only from $40.84! \| first editions \| SVS
19 view cover	Disaster Management in Archives, Libraries, and Museums more books like this by Graham Matthews add to wishlist This important book assesses the current state of disaster management in archives, libraries and museums in the UK and around the world, and provides recommendations for addressing current and future threats. Following an introduction, outlining the topic and terminology, the book provides a short history of the development of disaster management ... see all copies from $69.96! new only from $73.49!
20 view cover	The Library Security and Safety Guide to Prevention, Planning, and Response more books like this by Miriam B Kahn add to wishlist Libraries need to be open and inviting, yet safe for patrons, staff, and collections. How can you ensure your library is both accessible and secure? Security planning, part of disaster response and continuous operations planning, is the key to proactively addressing potential safety issues.Look over the shoulder of disaster expert Kahn as she ... see all copies from $24.00! new only from $52.41! \| SVS
21 view cover	Disaster Management for Libraries and Archives more books like this by Graham Matthews add to wishlist The book explains how to maintain service continuity, organise temporary accommodation and reparation, and manage financial and insurance issues before and after the event. A chapter is also devoted to protection of cultural property during armed conflict, covering roles of organisations such as UNESCO, the Red Cross and the Blue Shield ... see all copies from $79.49! new only from $79.49!
22 view cover	Vandals in the Stacks?: A Response to Nicholson Baker's Assault on Libraries more books like this by Richard J Cox add to wishlist A response to the book that generated wide-scale public discussion and controversy about libraries and archives. Libraries and archives have violated their public trust, argues Nicholson Baker in his controversial book Double Fold, by destroying traditional books, newspapers, and other paper-based collections. Baker's powerful and persuasive book ... see all copies from $92.65! new only from $112.23!
23 view cover	Budgeting for Information Access: Managing the Resource Budget for Absolute Access more books like this by Murray S Martin, Milton T Wolf add to wishlist The new technologies that libraries now use have not only recreated the library, but are also redefining the traditional library budget. It is essential that a library budget reflects the increasing use of technology to provide information for patrons. Picking up where Murray Martin's "Collection Development & Finance" left off, this is a ... see all copies from $2.95! new only from $18.99!
24 view cover	Acquired Tastes: 200 Years of Collecting for the Boston Athenaeum more books like this by Stanley Ellis Cushing, David B Dearinger, Ph.D. add to wishlist This book celebrates the 200th anniversary of the historic Boston Athenaeum, one of this country's earliest and most prestigious repositories of books, paintings, sculpture, engravings, maps, photographs, manuscripts, decorative arts, and other artifacts of history and design. "Acquired Tastes" is the first in-depth, scholarly study of the Boston ... see all copies from $63.25! new only from $64.35! \| first editions \| SVS
25 view cover	Digital Imaging: A Practical Approach: A Practical Approach more books like this by Jill Marie Koelling add to wishlist Digital Imaging is the essential guide to understanding digitization and managing a digitizing project. Koelling covers everything from deciding if digitizing is for you to planning and management, choosing equipment, and managing databases. Not only does she guide you in mastering the technical details, she also helps you find the fun in working ... see all copies from $24.96! new only from $26.90! \| SVS

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