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Library and information sciences also known as bibliothecography is a multidisciplinary field which involves the application of the principles of perspectives, information technology, education, perspectives and tools of management to libraries. The major goal of library sciences is management of books and other information in a library by studying people's needs, their interaction with information systems and process of information acquisition. Some of the key areas of focus of library sciences are information literacy, preservation, cataloging and classification, database and collection management, etc. In this digital age, methods of information access and retrieval have also undergone rapid transformation. This book is compiled in such a manner, that it will provide in-depth knowledge about the theory and practice of library and information sciences. This book unfolds the innovative aspects of library information and sciences which will be crucial for the holistic understanding of the subject matter. Coherent flow of topics, student-friendly language and extensive use of examples make this book an invaluable source of knowledge.
