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Collection liquidation.

Authors :
Lund, James R.
Source :
Bottom Line; 2011, Vol. 24 Issue 4, p230-232, 3p
Publication Year :
2011

Abstract

Purpose – The purpose of this article is to encourage public librarians to reconsider the future value of their paper book collections. Design/methodology/approach – The author interacts with developing trends to make an argument for supporting paper book collections in the digital age. Findings – The liquidation of Borders Group Inc. provides the public library with an opportunity to market its paper collections to publishers and paper book buyers. Originality/value – The article offers a contrarian perspective on the enduring value physical book collections will play in the digital age. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0888045X
Volume :
24
Issue :
4
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
Bottom Line
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
67721109
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1108/08880451111193334