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Libraries and Identity summarizes the role of institutional identity in the emergence of new types of libraries such as joint-use libraries and digital libraries. Professional and institutional identity has shown to be one of the most problematic, yet overlooked issues to deal with when traditional libraries such as public libraries and academic libraries develop into new shapes. The author clearly outlines the importance of identity in making change and innovation in libraries understandable. Based on original research the book comprehensively explores the role of identity as a trigger for change and development in libraries. * Based on original research which has already attracted international claim* Focuses on aspects of library development which are mostly overlooked* Focus on the change from traditional library types such as public and academic libraries to new ones such as joint use libraries and digital libraries

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Book category Books in English Reference, information & interdisciplinary subjects Library & information sciences Library, archive & information management

• Full title: Libraries and Identity
• Subtitle: The Role of Institutional Self-Image and Identity in the Emergence of New Types of Libraries
• Author: Joacim Hansson
• Language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 126
• EAN: 9781843345411
• ISBN: 1843345412
• ID: 04854500
• Publisher: Woodhead Publishing Ltd
• Weight: 204 g
• Dimensions: 229 × 156 × 9 mm
• Date of publishing: 07. April 2010

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