How to Catalogue a Library

In «How to Catalogue a Library,» Henry B. Wheatley addresses the intricacies of library classification in the context of the late 19th century, a time when the evolution of public libraries was gaining momentum. Wheatley'Äôs literary style is both precise and practical, as he distills complex bibliographic principles into clear guidelines for catalogers. Drawing from his extensive experience, he advocates for systematic organization through a detailed exploration of methods such as author entries, subject headings, and the use of card catalogues, which were revolutionary for the time, enhancing accessibility and... Next