Cuneiform to Computer A History of Reference Sources
Cuneiform to Computer: A History of Reference Sources by William A. Katz, published by Bloomsbury Publishing PLC on March 5, 1998, offers a comprehensive examination of the evolution of reference works throughout history. This 417-page book explores how these resources have developed over time, emphasizing their reflection of the societal attitudes prevalent during their respective periods of publication.
Readers will find that each chapter delves into a specific reference form, highlighting significant titles that mark its evolution. The book focuses on the inter-relationship between reference sources and social change, providing insights into how these works have adapted to reflect the needs and values of different eras. With its exploration of topics such as library and information science, literary criticism, and bibliographies, this edition serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the history and development of reference materials.
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Cuneiform to Computer provides a brief history of how reference works developed, but concentrates on how they reflect attitudes of their particular period of publication. Each chapter focuses on a basic reference form and highlights the major titles in its evolution. Stress is on the inter-relationship of reference sources with social change and development.
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