Document (#18293)

Author

Mutula, S.M.
Tsvakai, M.

Title

Historical perspectives of cataloguing and classification in Africa

Source

Cataloging and classification quarterly. 35(2002) nos.1/2, S.61-78

Year

2002

Abstract

This paper discusses the historical perspectives of cataloguing and classification practices in Africa and looks at international cataloguing practices and their implications for African librarianship. The challenges facing libraries on the continent in the cataloguing and classification of Africana materials are discussed and some suggestions offered on how the situation may be improved. Efforts towards developments of bibliographic control in Africa are highlighted.

Footnote

Beitrag eines Themenheftes: Historical aspects of cataloging and classification; Part I

Theme

Geschichte der Kataloge

Location

Afrika

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