International perspectives on rare book librarianship

The membership and professional development committee of rbms has stated that substantial rare book or archival experience can be gained if students approach their course of study creatively, through internships and independent study for example, by taking general courses in librarianship, slanting their work toward special. Introduction to public librarianship, third edition ala store. Includes sidebars with examples drawn from reallife experience. Rare books librarianship cpd department of information. Exercises leadership in the local, national, and international special collections communities to represent and promote concerns related to rare books. Conversations with leading academic and research library. An introduction and guide online books in format pdf. Students will participate in classroom discussions, hear. The rlg union catalog was the online database of rlgrlin contributed by many types of libraries and other institutions, like, national libraries, archives. Learn more about rare book and special collections librarians. International perspectives on library management presents a series of conversations with the directors of major academic and research libraries. Writing from a north american perspective, galbraith and smith observe that. Library trends, summer 2003 focused on special collections.

Provides a bibliography of reference resources for rare book librarians. Bossaller is associate professor at the university of missouris school of information science and learning technologies. A journal of rare books, manuscripts, and cultural. This is the first of two short courses on rare books librarianship and it provides a general introduction to this specialist field. Jal provides a forum for authors to present research findings and, where applicable, their practical applications and significance. I dont even have my mls and i knew most of the stuff in this book. Lis 7 rare books and special collections librarianship examines the current issues, standards, and best practices in managing collections of rare books and other unique printed material.

This course introduces students to the field of special collections librarianship. Special collections librarianship rare book school. In contrast to much of the developed world, the professionalisation of education for librarianship is a recent phenomenon in nigeria. It provides a more detailed introduction to this specialist field, looking in particular at the development of the printed book in continental europe in the handpress period to approximately 1850 and examining the problems involved in creating descriptive bibliographies and. Palmer schools coursework is designed for students intending to pursue careers in research libraries, cultural institutions and the book trade.

What is a rare book and special collections librarian and. The context focused is the management of rare books and special collections in academic libraries in italy and in the international arena. Examination copies are available for instructors who are interested in adopting this title for course use put simply, there is no text about public librarianship more rigorous or comprehensive than mccooks survey. The book offers insight, analysis, and personal anecdote from leaders in the library field, giving a unique perspective on how the. It is the global voice of the information profession. Successfully managing rare book collections requires very specific knowledge and skills. International conference at the british library, london, tuesday 28 november 2017.

Joyce, the evolution of the concept of special collections in american research libraries, rare books and manuscripts librarianship, 3. How a united library field can tackle the challenges of the future. The international perspectives on academic and research libraries discussion group serves to promote awareness and discussion of the international. Students develop proficiency in rare book librarianship, the history of the book, rare book cataloging and descriptive bibliography, preservation, archival techniques, and exhibition planning. International perspectives on rare book librarianship 19 october 2015, stockholm, kungl. The international journal of librarianship ijol is an open access, refereed journal of research and discussion dealing with all aspects of libraries and librarianship including but not limited to major development of chinese librarianship throughout the world. Educational opportunities for those seeking a career in rare book and manuscript librarianship are so numerous and diverse, it is becoming increasingly difficult to pinpoint them. The journal of academic librarianship, an international and refereed journal, publishes articles that focus on problems and issues germane to college and university libraries. Conversations with leading academic and research library directors. This handbook provides that essential information in a single volume. The same arguments but with a particular eye on the changes in the profession appeared in the 2003. International perspectives on rare book librarianship the royal library, stockholm, 19 october 2015. Introduction to public librarianship, third edition ala. The library book by susan orlean, the librarian who measured the earth by kathryn lasky, the librarian of basra.

Introduction to the development, organization, and operation of rare book libraries and special collections. Research libraries an overview sciencedirect topics. The training of rare book librarians work, also had some time left for scholarly research. Writing from a north american perspective, galbraith and. Critical reflections on international librarianship abstract. An introduction and guide and read rare book librarianship.

Prior to this appointment, he worked for six years as librarianincharge of nypls rare book division. Rare books and manuscripts section american library association. Attar introduction the rare books world saw considerable activity in the years 20112015, and, especially through research libraries uk rluk initiatives, enjoyed a high profile. Cloonan, recent trends in rare book librarianship, library trends 36, 1987. Cambridge library collection cambridge university press. There is a striking exception to the general trend in books on international librarianship, the book world librarianship. He also served as a visiting professor at pratt institute from 2007 through 2012, where he taught courses on printing history, bibliography, and special collections librarianship.

Workshop on rare book librarianship, wednesday 14 january. Cambridge library collection perspectives from the royal asiatic society. Rlgrlin also provided access to indexes to archival collections, art and rare book auction catalogs, and digital images of works of art and cultural artifacts though its rlg union catalog. Some theoretical and practical suggestions for use by librarians and students, ed. It publishes articles written by chinese librarians, information scientists and library school faculty and students, as well as by librarians and information professionals of other nationalities on issues related to. If the collection happened to be part of a larger library system, the librarian was relieved of some of the technical processes. Although more than 20 years old, the article still has great information. The journal of academic librarianship rg journal impact. The book inspires one to think critically about their profession and the role the librarian plays within the community. N e w s l e t t e r international federation of library. Yale university beinecke rare book and manuscript library for bibliomania. Nov 05, 2007 critical reflections on international librarianship abstract over several decades various monographs have appeared that include the words international librarianship in their titles, but most of these are compilations of chapters by various authors, describing library conditions in particular foreign countries or regions. Content tagged rare books and special collections ifla. Particular emphasis was on digitization, rendering texts available outside library walls.

Courses in special collections librarianship rbms rare. Rare book librarianship by roderick cave goodreads. The range of the librarys holdings spans more than 4,000 years, from cylinder seals created in mesopotamia to contemporary artists books. Rare book librarianship and historical bibliography k.

She earned her ma in library science in 2005, worked at the mobius consortium from 2005 2008, and earned a phd in information science and learning technologies in 2010. Sep 28, 2010 learn more about rare book and special collections librarians. This book is available in ebook format for libraries and individuals through aggregators and other distributorsask your current vendor or contact us for more information. A bibliographical romance this beautifullydesigned and wellwritten submission is an exceptional take on a familiar topic. International perspectives on academic and research libraries. A global perspective on image description, discovery, and.

It is one of the best rewarding and internationally acclaimed blogs for the libraries, librarians, catalogers, information scientists, lis faculty, and research scholars. The goal is to provide students with an understanding of the concepts, roles, and organizational development of special collections. Students will complete two practical learning experiences paid or supported by praxis or the rosenthal fellowship that provide practical, firsthand knowledge of publishing, printing, librarianship or any of the other professions and crafts that are. Rare book librarianship for the 21st century is the first new rare books handbook of practice in 25 years. The international federation of library associations and institutions ifla is the leading international body representing the interests of library and information services and their users. International perspectives on rare book librarianship. This is the second of two short courses on rarebooks librarianship. A journal of rare books, manuscripts, and cultural heritage. A demystifying view of the quotidian realities of the profession of special collections librarianship.

These opportunities range from formal academic programs leading to a graduate degree, to singleday workshops or seminars. The library holds the special collections of columbia university, as well as the columbia university archives. International and comparative librarianship peter johan lor. Apply to librarian, archivist, rare book cataloger full time through june 2021 and more.

Critical reflections on international librarianship. Be prepared to be challenged and changed by the concepts found within the atlas of new librarianship. Rare book and manuscript libraries in the twentyfirst century, wendorf, ed. Issues in rare books and special collections, library trends 36 1987.

It gives a brief overview of the development of the printed book in the handpress period to approximately 1850 and examines the problems of identifying and making available valuable and early printed materials in libraries. Its not that it didnt have anything meaningful or important to offer the reader, the problem was that so much of the material has become outdated, and working in a public library where we have a rare book room i was hoping for some guidance or insight into managing materials. This is the second of two short courses on rare books librarianship. Now very old, this collection continues to have some useful essays. Practical learning experiences or internships are an integral element of the book studies concentration.

The rare book librarians day, rare books and manuscripts librarianship, 1. International and comparative librarianship, front matter v. Removed for revision 20192020 rare books librarianship. What is so rare issues in rare book librarianship core. In law librarianship, a handbook, edited by heinz peter mueller and patrick e. A surprising fact about many rare book collections is how recently they were formed. The assistants handled all the clerical work, oiled the bindings, and often assisted in research. News from the rare books and special collections section of ifla. Important journals in international and comparative librarianship. Most of this book went in one ear and out the other. Rare books and special collections are houses all over the world. Rare book and special collections long island university. Terry belanger, founding director of the rare book school at the university of virginia, wrote a great article on rare book librarians. International librarianship stems from a desire to bring about political change, transcultural understanding, collaboration, and mutual respect.