Foundations of Library and Information Science av Richard E. Rubin, Rachel G. Rubin

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<p>Foreword by Camila A. Alire <br>In the fifth edition of this classic textbook, Richard E Rubin and new co-author Rachel G. Rubin provide a foundational text for LIS students and professionals while taking into account the numerous societal, technological, political, and economic changes affecting library and information institutions, their users and the discipline as a whole. <br><i>Foundations of Library and Information Science </i>effectively prepares LIS students and professionals for an increasingly nuanced set of responsibilities. The new edition explores: <br>- the history and mission of libraries from past to present, including the history of service to African Americans; - critical contemporary social issues such as services to marginalised communities, tribal libraries, and immigrants; - the rise of e-government and the crucial role of political advocacy; - digital devices, social networking, digital publishing, e-books, virtual reality, and other technology; - forces shapi