Rare books in Irish libraries : an investigation of current challenges in providing access to historical collections
Authors
Parkes, David
Thornley, Clare
Issue Date
2013
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Publisher
An Leabharlann: The Irish Library
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Abstract
Article based on MSc thesis analysing the current state of rare book libraries in Ireland. Challenges to access to rare book collections are discussed and some suggestions made for improvements. Author keywords: Cataloguing, history, libraries, rare books