Historical Studies in Information Science

by Trudi Bellardo Hahn (Editor), Michael Keeble Buckland (Editor)

The field of information science has a broad history spanning nearly a century. "Historical Studies in Information Science focuses on the progression of this dynamic and evolving industry by looking at some of its pioneers. This informative volume concentrates on the following areas: Historiography of Information Science; Paul Otlet and His Successors; Techniques, Tools, and Systems; People and Organizations; Theoretical Topics; and Literature.

326 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 1998