Genealogical Research and Resources: A Guide for Library Use [Paperback]

Lois C. Gilmer (Author)

Editorial Reviews

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Because of the upsurge in interest in genealogy, librarians who serve the public must be familiar with research methodology and sources in this field. Gilmer provides in five concise chapters basic information that she hopes will help the librarian to narrow the topic, guide the patron to locally available sources, and refer patrons to other libraries, archives, and organizations. This book is for those guiding the novice researcher; it could be useful in library school or refresher courses. Since it is in the form of a bibliographic essay, it also makes a handy tool for collection development. Highly recommended. Filby's Directory is a disappointment. The entries, arranged alphabetically by state and city, consist of answers to a questionnaire. These deal with such issues as size and scope of collection, lending policies, personnel, guides and indexes, whether on OCLC/RLIN, and major genealogical reference works and serials owned. A check of the entries for New York State showed many important omissions: Cornell University, Brooklyn Historical Society, and SPLIA, among others. Further, the introduction states that 4000 questionnaires were sent out. Yet only 1500 libraries are actually listedcf. 30,000 listings in American Library Directory with many responding "too late for inclusion." The Mormon family history centers are excluded. Not recommended.Priscilla E. Pratt, East Setauket, N.Y.
Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Product Details

• Paperback: 70 pages
• Publisher: American Library Association (April 1988)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0838904823
• ISBN-13: 978-0838904824
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,766,837 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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