I don't want to just dump this, so if anyone collects interesting historical
books on information retrieval, it is available for the cost of postage
(approx £5.30)
Charles P. Bourne
Methods of information handling
Wiley, 1963. 241p.
Contents: The nature of the problem; Classification and indexing: the
organization of information; Coding: the indexing shorthand;
Machine-language representation; Manual card systems; Punched card systems;
Computer systems; Other paper tape and magnetic media equipment; Microfilm
and image handling equipment.
Good physical condition, although dust wrapper is a bit torn.
A real classic and much content of the earlier chapters is still valid
today.
First come, first served.
Best wishes
Alan Pritchard MPhil FCLIP MBCS
Tel: +44 (0)1202 417477
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