Announcing the availability of Digital Imaging for Libraries and Archives

[Tony Cosgrave]

Announcing the availability of Digital Imaging for Libraries and Archives

The Department of Preservation and Conservation, Cornell University Library,
is pleased to announce the publication of Digital Imaging for Libraries and
Archives by Anne R. Kenney and Stephen Chapman.  This 200 page guide
represents a greatly expanded version of the training manual used in
Cornell's series of digital imaging workshops.   It begins with a
theoretical overview of the key concepts, vocabulary, and challenges
associated with digital conversion of paper- and film-based materials.  This
is followed by an overview of the hardware/software, communications, and
managerial considerations associated with implementing a technical
infrastructure to support a full imaging program.  Additional chapters
present information on the creation of databases and indexes, the
implications of outsourcing imaging services, converting photographs and
film intermediates, issues associated with providing long-term access to
digital information, and suggestions for continuing education.  The guide is
issued in loose-leaf format to facilitate updates and includes two formula
cards designed to assist librarians and archivists with determining
conversion, storage, and access requirements. 

The price of the guide is $75.00 plus $5.00 for shipping and handling within
North America, or $8.00 for overseas shipping.  Orders must be prepaid, with
checks made payable to "Department of Preservation, Cornell University,"
with payment in U.S. funds.  For ordering information, contact Mary
Arsenault, 214 John M. Olin Library, Cornell University, Ithaca, NY 14853,
or mla4 at cornell.edu