Preserving Archives (Principles and Practice in Records Management and Archives) - Hardcover

Forde, Helen

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1856045773 ISBN 13: 9781856045773

Publisher: Facet Pub, 2007

Synopsis

"Access to archival material - the documentary heritage of people all over the world that gives them their identity and ensures their rights - is dependent on the survival of fragile materials: paper, parchment, photographic materials, audiovisual materials and, most recently, magnetic and optical formats. The primary importance of such survival is widely acknowledged but sometimes overlooked in a rush to provide ever better means of access. But without the basic material, no services can be offered. Preservation is the heart of archival activity. Archivists in all types of organizations face questions of how to plan a preservation strategy in less than perfect circumstances, or deal with a sudden emergency. This book considers the causes of threats to the basic material, outlines the preservation options available and offers flexible solutions applicable in a variety of situations. Benefiting from the author's contact with international specialists as Head of Preservation Services at the National Archives of the UK, it offers a wide range of case studies and examples."--Back cover.

About this title

About the Author

Helen Forde BA DAA PhD FSA RMSA is a professional archivist who has worked in local authority, private and most recently national archives. Until 2001 she was Head of Preservation Services at the UK National Archives, where she had previously been in charge of both the Library and the Museum. She has extensive experience of issues relating to collection care both in the UK and in other countries all over the world, and now works as an independent consultant on archives. She has also taught preservation management at the School of Library, Archive and Information Studies at University College London for many years.

Review

Helen Forde and Jonathan Rhys-Lewis are serious invigilators of their chosen profession; their practical reference with its rich historical details is a gift to all cultural heritage organizations. -- Archival Issues This second edition...is a must-read handbook for three main audiences: those who already work within the area, those who want to work within it, and those who need to understand the issues or elements involved to be able to manage a quality archives operation. -- Australian Academic and Research Libraries Forde (fomerly Preservation Services, UK National Archives, and educator) and Rhys-Lewis (preservation and collections management consultant, and curation and stewardship, U. College London, UK) provide a completely updated second edition of their book on archival preservation. Topics include understanding archival materials and their characteristics, archive buildings, safeguarding the building and its contents, managing storage, exhibiting archives, and training and the use of volunteers. -- Reference and Research Book News It is a book that all archive managers should read at least once, as it will guide them to developing that vital preservation strategy that is right for their archive and will be much needed when it comes to implementing improvements in the care of collections. -- Archives and Records ...a welcome update...The vast practical experience of the two authors clearly enriches the text. Archivists and librarians will find it a great tool to turn to for high level preservation advice, and for students it will provide a good broad overview of the varied issues facing collections. -- Business Archives

Edition details

• Publisher: Facet Pub
• Publication date: 2007
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1856045773
• ISBN 13: 9781856045773
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 320