Description
This volume comprises papers presented at the Boston Conference of 1974, focusing on South Asian library resources and their presence in North American academic and research institutions. The collection addresses the critical need for comprehensive documentation and accessibility of materials related to South Asia, including India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.
The conference papers discuss the development of South Asian collections, cataloging challenges, acquisition strategies, and the role of libraries in supporting South Asian studies programs. Contributors examine existing resources, identify gaps in collections, and propose frameworks for improving access to primary and secondary sources for scholars, researchers, and students.
This work represents an important historical record of library practices and scholarly resource management during a formative period in South Asian studies within North America, offering insights into institutional efforts to support interdisciplinary research.
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