Issues for Libraries and Information Science in the Internet Age (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781563088056)

Are libraries destined for extinction as more people turn to the Web for their information needs? Or will the role of libraries expand to bridge the gap between information haves and have-nots? How will censorship issues, information overload, and archiving affect libraries in years to come? The immense changes brought by the Internet pose many questions and dilemmas for today's librarians, challenging many fundamental beliefs and practices. This timely work addresses a number of major critical issues facing libraries and our society. Join author Bruce Shuman to explore the challenges and possible solutions in this lively and thought-provoking discussion. A fascinating read for anyone working in the information industry-from library managers and practitioners to faculty and students of library and information science. It is also of interest to researchers and Internet users.

Author: Bruce A. Shuman
ISBN-10: 1563088053
ISBN-13: 9781563088056
Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
Language: English
Published: 06/15/2001
Pages: 227
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.02lbs
Size: 9.29h x 6.23w x 0.71d

Review Citation(s):
Library Journal 11/15/2001 pg. 103
American Reference Bks Annual 01/01/2002 pg. 285