Problems of providing bibliographic access to university library-based information sources are discussed with focus upon bibliographies, card and union catalogs, and library classification schemes. (Author/MBR)

This critical evaluation of bibliographic aids in the field of Latin Americana outlines the content and value of six recent aids published in Mexico which are useful tools for acquisitions librarians, bookshops, and individuals and organizations. Full bibliographical details and addresses of lesser known publishers are given in footnotes. (EJS)

Summarizes impressions of Greek academic libraries gained through visits to several institutions of higher education. Background, Greek universities, the Aristotelean University of Thessaloniki, collection development and dispersion, bibliographic organization and union catalogs, cataloging, language distribution, and library personnel are…

The evolution and current operation of the National Library of Australia are described. Included is information on the library's collections (book, film, and pictorial), union catalogs, bibliographical services, publications, technical processes, and special services. Comments on Australian interests and activities in foreign countries are also…

Profiles the Center for Development Studies, University College of Swansea (United Kingdom), to illustrate general points to consider when housing a specialized collection. Discussion covers purpose, types of material, subject matter, classification system, shelf arrangement, and catalog. A list of subject headings and Research Center Record File…

Highlights the existence of special libraries in India attached to Dargahs, which were originally Muslim shrines, and presents an analysis of their information storage and retrieval patterns based on data from a survey of five of these libraries. Basic inadequacies in professional staffing, collection development, and financial support are noted.…