Subject Bibliographies: A Comprehensive Guide
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What is the primary focus of the book 'Animal rights: A subject guide, bibliography, and internet companion'?

  • The history of animal rights
  • A comprehensive collection of sources on animal rights (correct)
  • The impact of animal rights on modern society
  • The ethics of animal testing
  • What is a common issue with subject bibliographies?

  • They can become quickly out of date (correct)
  • They are not written in an engaging style
  • They are not relevant to modern research
  • They are too expensive to purchase
  • What is the primary purpose of a subject bibliography?

  • To provide an introduction to a specific area of literature
  • To evaluate the quality of works written on a particular subject
  • To provide a list of all the books, periodicals, and journals on a specific topic (correct)
  • To summarize the main ideas of a research paper
  • In which fields are subject bibliographies particularly prone to becoming outdated?

    <p>Software, engineering, and computer technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can reference librarians assist with?

    <p>Locating hard-to-find publications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of works are typically included in a subject bibliography?

    <p>All types of works, including books, periodicals, pamphlets, and journals in multiple languages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the key difference between a subject bibliography and a regular bibliography?

    <p>A subject bibliography is only focused on a single topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be used to check for newer editions of a publication?

    <p>The website 'Books in Print'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of annotations in a subject bibliography?

    <p>To provide a brief summary of each work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format of each section in the book 'Animal rights: A subject guide, bibliography, and internet companion'?

    <p>An essay followed by a list of sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a subject bibliography topic?

    <p>The writing done by women during WWI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many sources are covered in the book 'Animal rights: A subject guide, bibliography, and internet companion'?

    <p>Over 900 sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using a subject bibliography for research?

    <p>It helps researchers to identify the most relevant and quality works on a topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the format of a subject bibliography?

    <p>A book or pamphlet with bibliographic listings of works on a single topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a major limitation of subject bibliographies?

    <p>They can become quickly out of date</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can reference librarians help users with?

    <p>Finding publications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a useful resource for finding newer editions of publications?

    <p>Books in Print</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of the book 'Animal rights: A subject guide, bibliography, and internet companion'?

    <p>Each section begins with an essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common issue when searching for publications?

    <p>Difficulty finding the publication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of fields are subject bibliographies particularly prone to becoming outdated in?

    <p>Software, engineering, and computer technology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are subject bibliographies useful for researchers?

    <p>They provide a comprehensive list of sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why a subject bibliography is a helpful resource for researchers?

    <p>It collects the best available materials on the topic, making it a valuable resource for research</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the scope of a subject bibliography in terms of languages?

    <p>It includes works in all languages, regardless of whether they have been translated</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the typical structure of a subject bibliography?

    <p>It begins with an introduction, followed by annotated listings of works</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of an annotation in a subject bibliography?

    <p>To provide a brief summary of the work</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between a subject bibliography and a regular bibliography?

    <p>A subject bibliography focuses on a single topic, while a regular bibliography is more general</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is an example of a topic that might be covered in a subject bibliography?

    <p>Women writers during WWI</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the benefit of using a subject bibliography that includes works from multiple languages?

    <p>It provides a more comprehensive understanding of the topic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Subject Bibliographies

    • A subject bibliography is a book or pamphlet that contains bibliographic listings of works about a single subject.
    • It covers all the books, periodicals, pamphlets, journals, and works in other languages on a specific topic.
    • The subject might be an area of literature, a person, or a time in history, with endless potential topic areas.

    Characteristics of Subject Bibliographies

    • They are different from regular bibliographies found at the end of a book or research paper.
    • They contain bibliographic information about everything of quality that's ever been written about a topic.
    • The works collected are generally thought of as the best available materials on the topic.

    Examples of Subject Bibliographies

    • Ouditt, Sharon. Women Writers of the First World War: An Annotated Bibliography. New York: Routledge, 2000. Print.
    • Kistler, J. (2000) Animal rights: A subject guide, bibliography, and internet companion. Westport, CT: Greenwood.

    Problems with Subject Bibliographies

    • They can become quickly out of date due to new works being constantly published.
    • This is especially true of subject bibliographies in the fields of software, engineering, and computer technology.
    • The materials listed aren't always easy to find, and reference librarians can help locate publications.

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    Learn about subject bibliographies, specialized books or pamphlets that provide detailed bibliographic listings of works on a single subject. Discover how they differ from regular bibliographies and what types of materials they cover.

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