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Title:

Public library core collection. Nonfiction : a selection guide to reference books and adult nonfiction / edited by Kendal Spires.

Edition:

Nineteenth edition.

Publisher:

H.W. Wilson ;

Copyright Date:

2023

Description:

xv, 2394 pages ; 27 cm

Subject:

Public libraries--United States--Book lists.
Public libraries.
United States.
Bibliographies.

Other Authors:

Spires, Kendal, editor.

Notes:

Former title: Public Library Catalog. Includes bibliographical references and index.

Contents:

Part 1: Classified collection -- Part 2: Author, title, and subject index.

Summary:

"Wilson's Public Library Core Collection: Nonfiction (19th Edition, 2023) is designed for acquisitions librarians, reference librarians and catalogers. Public Library Core Collection: Nonfiction is a reliable guide to building and maintaining a well-rounded collection of the most highly recommended reference and nonfiction books for adults. The Core Collection is intended to serve the needs of public and undergraduate libraries and stand as a basic or "opening day" collection. The newer titles help in identifying areas that can be updated or strengthened. Retention of useful material from the previous edition enables the librarian to make informed decisions about weeding a collection." -- Provided by publisher.

Series:

Core collection series

ISBN:

1637003951
9781637003954

OCLC:

(OCoLC)1347363189

Locations:

VOPB384 -- Conrad Public Library (Conrad)

IAOX771 -- State Library of Iowa (Des Moines)