Tag: libraries
A Great Sorting
"...we are witnessing a Great Sorting within the library, a matching of different kinds of scholarly uses with the right media, formats, and locations. Books that are in high demand; or that benefit from physical manifestations, such as art books and musical scores; or that are rare or require careful, full engagement, might be better … Continue reading A Great Sorting
The Oldest Treasures From 12 Great Libraries – Atlas Obscura
"In the history of writing, bound books as we know them today arrive fairly late, so there are no actual “books” on this list. Instead, this is a wondrous collection of illuminated manuscripts, papyrus scrolls, and clay tablets. Some of these items you can even see in person, if you pay a visit." —Sarah Laskow. … Continue reading The Oldest Treasures From 12 Great Libraries – Atlas Obscura
Card Catalogs
"In Control Through Communication, her study of 19th century information management, JoAnne Yates identifies five breakthrough technologies. There’s the telephone and telegraph, which handle external communication. For internal communication, the big three are the typewriter, carbon paper (and other duplication technologies), and filing systems, especially the vertical file and card catalog. The others made information … Continue reading Card Catalogs
Keepers of the Secrets
"Lannon said that Google had changed the way people sought information. 'They only want information based on the information they think they want,' he said. As a rule, he said, archivists at the library should give you the box you’ve asked for — but also suggest another box. There are fewer opportunities, now, to stumble … Continue reading Keepers of the Secrets
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