Description
This handbook provides an in-depth examination of the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC), one of the most widely used library classification systems in the world. Written by leading experts M. P. Satija and Alex Kyrios, the work traces the historical evolution of DDC from its inception to its modern applications.
The book explores the theoretical principles underlying the classification system, explaining how it organizes knowledge across ten main classes and numerous subdivisions. Readers will gain insight into the philosophical approach to knowledge organization that Melvil Dewey pioneered and how it has adapted over time.
Beyond theory, this handbook offers practical guidance for librarians, information professionals, and students on implementing DDC in various settings. It addresses contemporary challenges in applying a 19th-century classification system to 21st-century information resources, making it essential for anyone working in library science, information management, or knowledge organization.
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