Front-Line Librarianship: Life on the Job for Librarians presents a diverse range of observations, viewpoints and useful commentary on the current workplace experiences of librarians and their associates. The book's author presents an unrivalled portrait of front-line librarianship that is based upon his unique experience and voice. Chapters consider workplace matters, the fate of hardcopy books, speechmaking at conferences, the effects of recessions on libraries, continuing education, and corporate gift-giving programs. This book will make an excellent and useful addition to library collections in library science.

Table of Contents:

1. By Popular Demand: Various Genres and Tastes 2. Social Studies 3. Visiting the Library: People and Programs 4. Senior Moments 5. Library Technicians 6. For the Record 7. Rare Books and Other Rubbish 8. English Hours 9. Corporate concerns

Library and information science in general

Library and information management

Library and Information Services

Libraries and information centres

Further readings in linguistics

Library and information science in general (charity campaign)

Library and information management (charity campaign)

Library and Information Services (charity campaign)

Libraries and information centres (charity campaign)

Further readings in linguistics (charity campaign)

Front-Line Librarianship