Information Brokers and Reference Services

Robin Kinder, Bill Katz

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Routledge
12 December 2019

Reference services

Series: Routledge Library Editions: Library and Information Science

The contradictory yet complementary relationship between libraries and information brokers is examined in this volume, first published in 1988. Since its escalation in the 1960s, information brokering has challenged the role of the library in society. Librarians discuss their concerns about information brokers - the impact of brokers on reference services, the competence of brokers, abuse of library services by brokers, and whether libraries should provide competing fee-based services. Brokers share their own view as ‘entrepreneurs’, providing background, offering advice, and explaining the risks involved in their business. This lively, often controversial discussion offers suggestions for improving relations between libraries and information brokers, while continuing to serve the public well.

Edited by: Robin Kinder, Bill Katz
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Volume: 46
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
Weight: 453g
ISBN: 9780367373542
ISBN 10: 0367373548
Series: Routledge Library Editions: Library and Information Science
Pages: 330
Publication Date: 12 December 2019
Audience: General/trade , College/higher education , Professional and scholarly , ELT Advanced , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Robin Kinder, Bill Katz