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There are many subscription databases that can be used to undertake research in the field of library and information science. This page includes a selected list of library and information science subscription databases, and other databases useful for research in the field, available at the Library of Congress.
Additional library science databases, along with links to free online library science resources, can be found through the Library and Information Science category of the Library's E-Resources Online Catalog.
The subscription resources marked with a padlock are available to researchers on-site at the Library of Congress. If you are unable to visit the Library, you may be able to access these resources through your local public or academic library.
Subjects covered: Automation, Cataloging, Censorship, Children's Literature, Circulation Procedures, Classification, Copyright Legislation, Education for Librarianship, Government Aid, Information Brokers, Internet software, Library Associations & Conferences, Library Equipment & Supplies, Personnel Administration, Preservation of Materials, Public Relations, Publishing, Web sites.
Subjects covered: Automation of library processes, Binding and repairing, Cataloging, Censorship, Children's Literature, Circulation Procedures, Classification, Copyright Legislation, Education for Librarianship, Government Aid, Library Associations & Conferences, Library Equipment & Supplies, Personnel Administration, Preservation of Materials, Public Relations, Publishing, Salaries, Thesauri.
The subscription resources marked with a padlock are available to researchers on-site at the Library of Congress. If you are unable to visit the Library, you may be able to access these resources through your local public or academic library.
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