Discusses the Virginia Tech Library System (VTLS) which is currently in an intermediate step between a basic short-record circulation and finding system and a totally integrated library processing system that will incorporate circulation control, acquisitions, serials, and an online catalog. (CHC)

Describes programs of the Information Center on Children's Cultures (New York City) which can easily be integrated into an existing school or public library schedule. Films/filmstrips that illustrate cultural diversity are mentioned, and a bibliography is provided. (JD)

Reviews library services to the elderly, noting in particular the areas and responsibilities of library involvement, the resources that are available for planning programs, and the variety of programs offered by individual libraries, including bookmobiles, courses, and outreach programs. (JD)

The bibliographical control of world book production is a major problem which is seldom satisfactorily solved with regard to scope, content and speed. Another, and still more complex task which has so far been inadequately carried out is that of utilizing the available data on book production for library purposes. (9 references) (Author)

The 15 survival books listed will provide a good basic collection. (MF)

Some selection guidance is given for librarians desiring to add better titles to their general fiction collections. (JPF)

A review of the literature of hiking, backpacking, camping, equipment, and wilderness lore. Includes books, journals, guides, and clubs. Bibliography. (LS)

The new hip agrarians, who are attempting to make their living from the land as did the early settlers, must rely on the printed word to bridge the gap between themselves and their ancestors. The publications listed provide needed information for these unconventional youth. (Author/NH)

Through various classic texts, this article examines the concept of "library" and the many forms in which libraries are portrayed in science fiction. A sidebar contains a bibliography of recent anthologies of science fiction stories and novellas. (AEF)

Presents a brief overview of the evolution of documentary material of Native American cultures and problems confronted by researchers in locating relevant information. Bibliographic sources for research are discussed and a directory of major repositories of Native American art documentation is provided. (EA)