Update No. 1 to the CONSER Cataloging Manual is now available from LC's Cataloging Distribution Service. The update is a must for CONSER Cataloging Manual users. The complete CONSER Cataloging Manual, which is an ongoing effort under the direction of LC's Serial Record Division, consists of three parts: Part 1. Original cataloging--the base text, available now...Part 2: Adapting records for online cataloging--one module available now in Update No. 1...and Part 3: Special types of serials and special problems--one module available now in Update No. 1.
Update No. 1 features two important and new modules. Interpreting Pre-AACR2 Serial Cataloging Records (Module 22 from Part 2) was prepared by LC's Jean Hirons, Serial Record Division. It is an overview of the ALA and AACR cataloging rules that predated AACR2 and explains how these rules were applied to serials. The module covers choice of entry and changes in entry, description, and headings for corporate names. This section is useful for retrospective conversion, yet equally valuable to any serial cataloger who deals with older records. Direct Access Computer File Serials (Module 30, from Part 3) was prepared by Kristin Lindlan and Anke Gray (University of Washington) with assistance by Janet Szarmach (LC). For the first time ever, here is in-depth guidance for cataloging serials in CD-ROM, floppy disk, and magnetic tape ("direct access") formats. Reflecting current CONSER practices, this module covers all aspects of the serials cataloging process, focusing on the aspects that are unique to computer files.
Update No. 1 to the CONSER Cataloging Manual includes a binder for Parts 2-3, tabs, updated glossary, updated list of acronyms and initialisms, and updated index. Price: $48 in North America/$50 outside North America. Also available: CONSER Cataloging Manual (Part 1)--the base text. Price: $60 in North America/$65 outside North America.
To order, contact: Library of Congress, Cataloging Distribution Service, Customer Support Unit/Dept. DM, Washington, DC 20541-5017. Telephone: 1-800-255-3666 (toll-free in U.S.) or (202) 707-6100. TDD: (202) 707-0012. Fax: (202) 707-1334. Internet: cdsinfo@mail.loc.gov.
