electronic information sources. Each chapter begins with a set of “focus questions,” whichthe student is to consider while reading the chapter. Most chapters include figures, tables, andone or two case studies. The chapters conclude with a chapter review, additional questionsto consider, a list of suggested further readings, and notes to the resources cited in thechapter. The chapters are: Managing Information Resources in Context; Collection Man-agement and Collection Development Policies; Conspectus, Resource Sharing and Cooper-ative Collection Development; Selection: Policies and Procedures; Selection Resources;Acquisition Processes and Procedures; Budget Management; Collection Evaluation andReview; and Preservation and Weeding. The final chapter, Literature of Collection Manage-ment, compiled by Adela Clayton, is a 49-page annotated bibliography. The book is indexed.

This book covers most of the areas normally considered within collection developmentand management. Electronic resources are addressed in each chapter. Two areas that aremissing are assignment of responsibilities and organization of staffing for collection devel-opment and management, and outreach and liaison responsibilities. A particular strength ofthis book, especially for library school students, is the emphasis on thoughtful considerationof the issues presented in each chapter. Including focus questions and case studies encour-ages the reader to explore the application of concepts and their implications for practitioners.The book has a definite United Kingdom perspective, though resources cited in the chaptersand listed in the annotated bibliography represent the United States and other English-speaking countries. Some terms used may be unfamiliar to Americans—for example, stock-taking (inventory) and access control programs (filters). Case studies sometimes describelibrary situations that are more typical of United Kingdom libraries.

This book is recommended for library science collections and for consideration as atextbook by instructors. It can serve as a reference tool for those seeking basic informationabout the topics addressed in the chapters. The annotated bibliography, which is grouped bysubjects, can serve as a useful resource for anyone seeking more information about specifictopics.

Peggy Johnson*University of Minnesota Libraries

499 Wilson Library309 19th Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55455, USAE-mail address: m-john@tc.umn.edu

* Corresponding authorPII: S1464-9055(02)00236-1

The Storage of Art on Paper: A Basic Guide for Institutions. Occasional Papers, 210Champaign, IL: University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, Graduate School of Libraryand Information Science, 2001, 30 pp., price not reported, soft, ISBN 0878451196.

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This slender publication is a practical guide to storing and preserving works of art onpaper. Ogden addresses selecting storage locations and the need to consider temperature andrelative humidity; light; air quality; water, fire and biological agents; and theft and vandal-ism. She provides guidance in selecting appropriate storage enclosures and addresses chem-ical stability, alkaline reserves, molecular traps, pH, durability, ANSI standards and plastics.She describes various types of enclosures suitable for assorted works of art. These includesframes, mats, interleaving sheets, folders, envelopes, boxes, portfolios, and polyester filmfolders and encapsulations. The final two sections in this guide advise on selecting storagefurniture and routine handling. Ogden cites several sources throughout the guide and includea bibliography of works suggested for further reading. Ogden is Head of the ConservationDepartment at the Minnesota Historical Society and a recognized authority on preservationand conservation topics. The Storage of Art on Paper reflects both her knowledge andpractical experience handling a variety of items. This book is highly recommended as auseful tool for those new to storing art on paper. As a practical guide, it is excellent. Thosewishing more in-depth information will find appropriate resources listed in the suggestedreadings list.

Peggy Johnson*University of Minnesota Libraries

499 Wilson Library309 19th Avenue South

Minneapolis, MN 55455, USAE-mail address: m-john@tc.umn.edu

* Corresponding authorPII: S1464-9055(02)00235-X

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