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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They can become quickly out of date (correct)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In which fields are subject bibliographies particularly prone to becoming outdated?

Software, engineering, and computer technology Signup and view all the answers

What can reference librarians assist with?

Locating hard-to-find publications Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

The website 'Books in Print' Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of annotations in a subject bibliography?

To provide a brief summary of each work 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'?

An essay followed by a list of sources Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of a subject bibliography topic?

The writing done by women during WWI Signup and view all the answers

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

Over 900 sources Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the format of a subject bibliography?

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

What is a major limitation of subject bibliographies?

They can become quickly out of date Signup and view all the answers

What can reference librarians help users with?

Finding publications Signup and view all the answers

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

Books in Print Signup and view all the answers

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

Each section begins with an essay Signup and view all the answers

What is a common issue when searching for publications?

Difficulty finding the publication Signup and view all the answers

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

Software, engineering, and computer technology Signup and view all the answers

Why are subject bibliographies useful for researchers?

They provide a comprehensive list of sources Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

What is the typical structure of a subject bibliography?

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

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

To provide a brief summary of the work Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

Women writers during WWI Signup and view all the answers

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

It provides a more comprehensive understanding of the topic 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.

Subject Bibliographies: A Comprehensive Guide