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In this book the author examines profiles, methods, and processes for acquisitions in specialized subject areas, such as local and regional poetry, oceanography, educational information in electronic formats, popular fiction, regional and ethnic materials, and more. Seasoned acquisitions librarians share their experiences in gathering the hard-to-find materials that highly specialized clients need to access. Issues surrounding the acquisition of new reference tools that are vital in today's emerging electronic environment is also examined. Special libraries can exist in corners of public or university libraries or they can be independent. They can be large and populated by hundreds of staff, or very small, staffed by one person. The defining characteristic of a special library is that its clientele is specialized. Acquisition in Different and Special Subject Areas brings together the voices of acquisitions librarians serving a wide variety of fields to illustrate the acquisitions process in their areas of concentration. It is an invaluable book for all budding or experienced acquisitions personnel.

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Linda S Katz

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