Library and Book Trade Almanac 2010

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A broad compendium of current information of interest to those in the library and publishing trades, this 55th edition includes special reports on how administrative changes in Washington D.C. have affected access to government information, how National Security Directives have been used over the years to restrict access to the executive branch of government, and on how libraries of all types are using social media to reach out to constituencies. It also includes reports on the activities of library and publishing organizations, current legislation and regulations affecting libraries, and on activities of the National Endowment for the Humanities and the Institute of Museum and Library Services. A section dedicated to research and statistics details trends around technology, publishing, book prices, and library funding, with discussions about how global economic trends are affecting publishers and libraries. It also includes information about notable websites, reference books, recent outstanding books and best sellers, winners of major scholarships and literary awards, various library-related directories, guidance on obtaining standard numbers, and a calendar of major upcoming events. Annotation ©2011 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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