This is a selective bibliography covering journal literature, trade publications, monographs and technical reports on the subject of library automation. (SJ)

The technology of choice to effect the humanization and economic well-being of libraries is computerization. (20 references) (Author)

The Library Technology Program is an attempt to meet one of the great challenges to improved library service -- the application of new technology to library operations. (20 references) (SJ)

This discussion of the contributions of Henriette D. Avram to the field of librarianship covers her role in establishing MARC formats as the international standard for library automation and her work in the retrospective conversion of catalogs, establishment of library standards, and creation of information networks. An interview with Dr. Avram is…

This review of the process of retrospective conversion (recon)--conversion of existing bibliographic records into machine-readable form--notes options and services (bibliographic utilities, commercial vendors); new technologies (microcomputer and optical-disc-based systems); collaboration and a coordinated recon strategy; cooperative efforts; and…

Argues that Cutter-Sanborn in the classroom is insufficient preparation for technical services librarians who will be dealing with automated systems. "Teaching libraries" are recommended as the principal instrument for bridging the gap between abstraction and practicality. (LLS)

This is a selective bibliography covering journal literature, trade publications, monographs, technical reports, and other documents which are readily available. The bibliography covers publications dated 1969 through 1971. Although material published in languages other than English was not actively sought, some references have been cited to call…