There is an abundance of information available on the preservation and maintenance of maps, and the problems confronting the map librarian are not insurmountable. Familiarization with the source materials, and application of the accepted practices of preservation and maintenance will increase the longevity of the map holdings in any library. (7…

Describes the development, operation, and services of a special unit at the Chicago Public Library that provides reference and research services to professional librarians. Specific reference materials, online databases, and current awareness services are covered. The selection and acquisition of library materials is discussed in some detail. (21…

Israel is sprinkled with a noteworthy representation of special libraries which run the gamut from modest kibbutz efforts to highly technical scientific and humanities libraries. A few examples are discussed here. (Author/CH)

This handbook contains policy and procedure guidelines for establishing and maintaining libraries for the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) (in regional, area, and insuring offices). In addition to delineating the relationship between these field libraries to the headquarters HUD Division Library, the text offers guidelines…

This thesaurus attempts to standardize terms used to designate intellectual genres of textual materials in general rare book libraries. Because of the nature of such libraries, it has a literary-historical bias. For the purpose of this list, genre is defined as a recognized category of works (not their physical manifestations) characterized by a…

This article is intended for the librarian with little experience in map libraries. General basic materials which should be collected by all map libraries, from the general world atlases to local maps, are suggested. Sources for the acquisition and selection of maps, atlases, globes, aerial photographs, wall maps, and related materials are…

When examining map cataloging systems and choosing one to use in a particular situation, a number of factors must be considered. Any of the schemes will probably have to be examined and modified to conform to the particular situation. (9 references) (Author)

Although map classification may seem a somewhat esoteric subject, at least to those who are not map librarians, the enterprising searcher for map classification schemes can find a goodly number from which to choose. (30 references) (Author)

The organization of a core collection in the library of an urban planning agency is discussed. The use of Termatrex information retrieval system is considered in the light of A Planning Library: The Empirical Approach,'' Special Libraries 62 (no.9): 335-339 (Sep 1971), an article on the same subject. (3 references) (Author)

Despite the general consensus among map librarians, geographic area is not the only criteria by which maps can be arranged and classified. Map collections can also be arranged and classified by provenance, subject, or format depending upon the collection's scope, purpose, content, and physical condition. (21 references) (Author)

The functions of, and materials in, the Playboy library are described. (SM)

Describes the Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America at Radcliffe College and discusses the impact of women's studies on its collection policies. (Author/FM)

Recycling of metals and materials has as its purpose the easing of two major environmental crises. First, we re-utilize scarce and non-renewable resources. Second, solid waste disposal problems can be alleviated. Industry has long been concerned with reclaiming its own waste products, and is now beginning to respond to the need for dealing with…

Discussion of increase in library collections of artists' books (artwork conceived in book form and designed entirely by artists) highlights reasons to collect artists' books, major collections, establishing a collection, housing and preservation, organization, outreach, and networking. Collection policy and procedures of Virginia Commonwealth…

Current awareness and continuing education in the health sciences community are relying more and more on audiocassettes. Indexing of cassette journals and sources of information about these materials are considered. Audiocassette journals available to health professionals and libraries on a subscription basis are listed. (4 references) (Author)