Reference Services Review: Volume 13 Issue 4
Reference and instructional services for libraries in the digital age
Table of contents
Ideas, Facts, and Beauty on a Desert Island
Mary BiggsThere would be disadvantages, of course. No conversation (I'm on this island alone — not for me Gilligan and the skipper), no Chopin recordings, no toothpaste. On the other hand…
Dr. Benjamin Spock's Baby and Child Care: Origins, Impact, Sources
Raymond G. McInnisDr. Benjamin Spock's advice to parents has been commented on and analyzed by many authors. In this article, Raymond G. McInnis outlines some of the major themes found in the…
Using InfoTrac in an Academic Library
Mary Ann Walker, Helen WestneatOptical storage media can facilitate the type of research done in academic libraries. This article describes InfoTrac, a database on laserdisc, and reports on its reception at the…
America's Last Frontier: Reference Books about Alaska
David A. HalesDespite widespread interest in the resources and people of Alaska, few libraries outside of the state maintain extensive collections on these subjects. In this article, David A…
The Consumer Price Index: A History and Source List
Karen ChapmanWhile most Americans have heard of the consumer price index, many people are not knowledgeable about its meaning or history. In this article, Karen Chapman explains how the index…
A Primer on Corporate Reports
Aubrey W. KendrickAlthough many library patrons seek information on the activities and earnings of corporations, some librarians have difficulty identifying the documents appropriate for such…
Tracing German Ancestry
Raymond S. WrightIn recent years, many Americans have become curious about the identities and histories of their progenitors. Here, RSR's expert on genealogical research describes materials and…
Travel Guides
Elizabeth LangA variety of materials is available to assist those planning to travel for business or pleasure. Here, Elizabeth Lang evaluates 14 guides that address various areas of need and…
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