Since the 1950s, some of the world's greatest libraries have dismantled much of their collections of original bound newspapers and books, replacing them with microfilmed copies. In this book the real motives behind the dismantling of our recorded heritage is examined.

Describes methodology for long-term preservation of various kinds of digital documents. This book intends to justify this methodology using 20th century theory of knowledge communication, and outlines the requirements and architecture for the software needed. It emphasizes attention to the perspectives and the needs of end users.

34.95

Covers the imaging of decorated surfaces in historical buildings and the digitisation of documents, paintings and objects in museums and galleries. This work shows how user requirements can be met by application of digital imaging techniques. It also includes case studies that illustrate the methods.

50.00

Offers practical advice on how libraries can organize materials and offer programs and services dealing with popular culture, and looks at genre fiction, popular music, comic books, pop art, fads, and television.