Introduction to Theological Libraries (The Theological Librarian's Handbook)

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ISBN 10: 1949800067 / ISBN 13: 9781949800067

Published by Atla Open Press, 2020

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Theological Libraries (The Theological Librarian's Handbook)
• Publisher: Atla Open Press
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1949800067
• ISBN 13: 9781949800067
• Binding: Soft cover
• Condition: New

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Synopsis

The Theological Librarian's Handbook is a multi-volume guide to the practice of theological librarianship. It is intended for use by library staff at theological and religious studies libraries who do not possess professional training in the field of library and information science. This handbook offers perspectives and advice from leading experts in the field and best practices from theological libraries all over the world.This volume introduces the reader to the world of theological librarianship and answers these basic questions: What are theological libraries? What is their purpose, what types are there, and what is there role in the communities in which they operate? Who are theological librarians? What possible career paths are there to theological librarianship? What are theological libraries like across the globe? How are theological libraries organized? How do they serve humanity?