This text gives cataloguers in libraries, who do not have specialists nearby, practice in original descriptive cataloguing for unique items. The manual has been updated to include 50 new examples and formats include books, archives, manuscripts, computer files, maps, music and visual materials.

This popular workbook is designed to help library staff who must create original cataloging for unique items in a variety of formats, but do not have experienced specialists nearby. Formats covered include: books, archives and manuscripts, computer files, maps, music and sound recordings, scores, visual materials, and serials.