Introduction to Technical Services:

by G. Edward Evans

This classic text has been welcomed by all who want a thorough understanding of technical services. It covers all aspects of the field, emphasizing automation as it affects technical services work and those skills that can be developed through work experience or classroom instruction. Various automated acquisition systems are described, and a lengthy section on automated serials systems is included. Contains numerous illustrations, statistics, and study guide questions.

Genres: Nonfiction, Library Science, Reference, Read For School

534 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1993

Reviews

[Bill · Rating 3 out of 5]

Scintillating.

[Amanda · Rating 3 out of 5]

I agree with the previous reviewer who stated that is it best to read this manual in pieces rather than all at once. It is not the most user-friendly manual and it does try to accomplish too much, I think. Be prepared to be overwhelmed with information! The summaries at the end of each chapter are pretty much useless, also.

[Jennifer · Rating 2 out of 5]

As advertised, a basic introduction to technical services. This book wasn't very forward-looking at all but it did serve as a good CliffNotes version of the history of library acquisitions and cataloging operations.

[Tiffany · Rating 2 out of 5]

Slightly boring but has quite a bit of information for anyone who wants to be a librarian. Of course, this was definitely not my choice of book...

[Michaelt · Rating 2 out of 5]

Its fantastic for putting you to sleep. Textbook for my technical services course for Library Technician Certificate

[Heather Pehnec · Rating 2 out of 5]

Read this if it's a requirement, or you just can't get enough of library technical services

[Donna Ciriello · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very useful overview.

[Nicole · Rating 3 out of 5]

Dry as a cracker; typical textbook fare. But informative and necessary! :)