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Archival Information
Steven Fisher
ISBN: 1-57356-389-7
ISBN-13: 978-1-57356-389-5
192 pages
Greenwood Press
Publication: 3/30/2004
List Price: $76.95 (UK Sterling Price: £53.95)
Discount Price: $38.48 Sale Price for U.S. Customers Only. Save 50%. Ends 12/31/2009.
Availability: In Stock
Media Type: Hardcover
Also Available: Ebook
Trim Size: 8 1/2 x 11
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Description: From original manuscripts and letters to sound recordings and birth certificates, archival information plays an increasingly important role in modern research. Libraries and the Internet have made finding information on a wide range of topics faster and easier, but not all information—particularly from primary sources—is available via local library branches or online resources. Using archival information presents its own challenges. Materials are often located in many different places: public or academic libraries, government agencies, historical societies, or museums. They are usually kept in secured areas where the public is restricted from browsing. This definitive guide shows novice and experienced researchers how to find archival information. It provides tips on how to use archival materials effectively and efficiently.

Topics covered include government archives, science and technology collections, military archives, genealogical records, business and corporate archives, performing arts archives, and sports collections. Also provided is an overview of the world of archives, including archival terminology, how to contact archives, and archival etiquette. Whether searching for a noted author's original manuscripts, trying to locate presidential papers, or tracking down a repository of oral histories, Archival Information is an indispensable reference.
Table of Contents:
  • Introduction
    American Governmental Archives
    Genealogical Archives
    Science Archives
    Religious Archives
    Women's History Archives
    Moving Image and Sound Archives
    Fine Arts Archives
    Performing Arts Archives
    Sports Archives
    Business Archives
    Military Archives
    About the Contributors
About the Author: STEVEN FISHER is Associate Professor and Curator of Archives and Special Collections at the Penrose Library, University of Denver. He is a member of the Society of American Archivists.
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