Basic Reference Sources

First published in 1971, this is a self-paced introduction to general reference/information sources. The new edition brings information about the sources up to date as of late 1988, adding or deleting titles where appropriate. While primary use of the manual continues to be in library science courses, its benefits extend to all students and researchers. The pages are three-hole punched and perforated. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

A perennial favorite. ...invaluable as a learning tool. I highly recommend it. --PREVIEW

Ideal for public, school, and academic libraries looking to freshen up their reference collection, as well as for LIS students and instructors conducting research, this resource collects the cream of the crop sources of general reference and library science information. Encompassing internet resources, digital image collections, and print resources, it includes the full section on LIS Resources from the Guide to Reference database, which was voted a #1 Best Professional Resource Database by Library Journal readers. Organized by topic and thoroughly indexed, this guide makes it a snap to find the right sources. It offers an appealing introduction to reference work and resources for LIS students and also serves as an affordable course book to complement online Guide to Reference access.