Local History Collections in Libraries:

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Summary: Local History Collections in Libraries
Review: Citing the developments in technology, changes in the description and arrangement of materials, and the advancements in preservation, the author offers this comprehensive manual on local history collections. Well written and organized, the book covers collection development, access, preservation, new technologies, users, publicity, and administration. The questions raised in each section also provide a basis for more reflection on the topic. Sample forms are represented throughout the book and there is an extensive bibliography at the end. Recommended for any library with a local history collection.