Libraries in the Information Age: An Introduction and Career Exploration (Library and Information Science Text Series)

The book Library Media Connection cited as something "all librarians need to have on their shelves" is now thoroughly revised for today's 21st-century library environment. Covering both technology and library practices, the title has been a go-to text for librarians and library school students since 2002.

• Thoroughly revises and updates a popular text for LIS or LTA programs that can also be used in MLIS curricula and for four-year programs in library studies and information studies

• Provides a succinct introduction to the library industry and a practical overview of the field from seasoned practitioners

• Brings together learnings from academic, public, special, and school libraries as well as archives and historical agencies, presenting material with both depth and breadth

• Is applicable as an introduction for library funding agencies and public library trustees or boards