Special Collections Outside the Ivory Tower.

Allen, Susan M.

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Publication Date: 2003

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Special Collections Outside the Ivory Tower.

Allen, Susan M.

Library Trends, v52 n1 p60-68 Sum 2003

Discussion of special collections materials focuses on independent research libraries. Topics include how collection development differs; who they serve; access to the collections, including digital access; and future challenges, especially the need for increased financial support, changes in scholarly communication, and the need for increased visibility. (Author/LRW)

Descriptors: Access to Information, Electronic Libraries, Futures (of Society), Library Collection Development, Library Funding, Research Libraries, Scholarly Communication, Special Libraries, Users (Information)

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Language: English

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