How to Catalog a Library

"How to Catalog a Library" is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of library cataloging, written by Henry Benjamin Wheatley. Originally published in 1889, this book offers a detailed look into the methods used to organize and classify library materials during the late 19th century. It covers various aspects of cataloging, including the creation of accurate and accessible records, subject indexing, and the arrangement of books on shelves.

This historical text provides valuable insights into the evolution of library science and offers a glimpse into the challenges and solutions faced by librarians in an era before modern technology. "How to Catalog a Library" is an essential resource for library science students, historians of information, and anyone interested in the development of cataloging techniques and the organization of knowledge.

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