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What do we mean when we make use of the term bibliography? As here understood, a bibliography is a record, in technical form, of all the literature known to exist upon any specific topic or subject.
"The object of Bibliography," says a writer, well qualified to define that object, "is to bring a book or set of books, in their absence, as much as possible before the student. A perfect bibliography would not only give a full and exact description of a book viewed as just a compound of paper and ink (measurements, number of pages, etc.;) but would also, as I hope we are agreed, set before the student so much of the life of a book as would give him, as far as the special object of the bibliography would allow, an idea of the correspondence of the title with the contents, of the plan and arrangement, of the circumstances of production - if they are noteworthy - and, roughly, of the place of the volume in the literature of its subject. This ideal, in which the author is recognized as having claims on our attention, as well as the printer, ought never to be lost sight of, and we should, if our scheme and powers allow us, never rest content with the technical description only." (Madan's "On method in bibliography.")
The compilation of a bibliography is a subject which may be considered from two points of view; the theoretical and the practical. From either standpoint it bristles with technicalities and difficulties and it is quite unlikely that what I may have to say upon it will prove of general interest. While it is true that it appeals to but few minds, it gives me great satisfaction to know that those for whom I am writing are both by experience and training most likely to belong to that small class of which I have just spoken. Some one may ask - why are not library catalogs sufficien…
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The next information to follow is the num ber of pages and signatures. Care should be taken that no inserted leaves or starred pages are overlooked and any irregularity in the number of leaves to_ signatures should be carefully noted.
Then follows the record of illustrative mat ter. First in order should come plates, maps, tables, diagrams, etc., or matter which has been printed independently of the regular sig natures and afterwards inserted and bound up with the work. Following these may be added the number of text illustrations in the follow ing order, woodcuts, etc., facsimiles, and head and tail pieces, if other than conventional.
This in general closes the bibliographical record of the book from a material point of view.
Following this may come as notes, Ist, a list of the contents or a synopsis of the mat ter contained in the text. Ad, a list of the illustrations in the order above named with titles or description of each, especially if no such list appears in the book itself. And 3d a list of the maps, charts, diagrams, etc. The title, size, and scale Of each map should here be given.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book addresses the vast field of bibliographies, the recording and organizing of literature covering specific subjects. These comprehensive lists serve as invaluable guides, directing researchers to the most relevant sources, whether it's a particular topic, a location, or a specific literary form. The author emphasizes the importance of thoroughness and accuracy in compiling bibliographies to facilitate efficient research and preserve historical information. This book provides a detailed methodology for creating bibliographies, from selecting the subject and gathering materials to organizing and presenting the information in a logical and accessible manner. The author also explores the historical significance of bibliographies, tracing their evolution from simple catalogs to sophisticated research tools. This insightful perspective underscores the crucial role bibliographies play in shaping our understanding of various subjects and preserving our collective knowledge. Ultimately, this book serves as a comprehensive guide to the theory and practice of bibliography, offering invaluable insights for researchers, librarians, scholars, and anyone seeking to navigate the vast landscape of written works. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781332052592_0
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