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An American Ballroom Companion: Dance Instruction Manuals, Ca. 1490-1920
Facsimiles and SGML versions of social dance manuals from 1490 to 1920. Also includes video clips and an essay giving an overview of the collection.
http://memory.loc.gov/ammem/dihtml/

Extractions: Complete Author/Title List ... An American Ballroom Companion presents a collection of over two hundred social dance manuals at the Library of Congress. The list begins with a rare late fifteenth-century source, Les basses danses de Marguerite d'Autriche (c.1490) and ends with Ella Gardner's 1929 Public dance halls, their regulation and place in the recreation of adolescents . Along with dance instruction manuals, this online presentation also includes a significant number of antidance manuals, histories, treatises on etiquette, and items from other conceptual categories . Many of the manuals also provide historical information on theatrical dance. All illuminate the manner in which people have joyfully expressed themselves as they dance for and with one another. The mission of the Library of Congress is to make its resources available and useful to Congress and the American people and to sustain and preserve a universal collection of knowledge and creativity for future generations. The goal of the Library's National Digital Library Program is to offer broad public access to a wide range of historical and cultural documents as a contribution to education and lifelong learning. The Library of Congress presents these documents as part of the record of the past. These primary historical documents reflect the attitudes, perspectives, and beliefs of different times. The Library of Congress does not endorse the views expressed in these collections, which may contain materials offensive to some readers.
THOMAS -- U.S. Congress On The Internet
Similar pages rs9.loc.gov/ Similar pages LC Classification Outline ContentsCopyright 19962001 The Library Corporation. Content Copyright 1990 US Library ofCongress. See also 050 Library of Congress Call Number (Bibliographic Format).
http://rs9.loc.gov/home/thomas.html
Asian Division Reading Room
Recent publications, links, and a bibliography of Korean works. Collections are particularly strong in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, and southeast Asian materials.
http://lcweb.loc.gov/rr/asian/

Extractions: Ask a Librarian The Asian Reading Room is the primary public access point for researchers seeking to use the Asian collections of the Library of Congress in the many languages of Asia. The reading room covers the area from the South Asian subcontinent and Southeast Asia to China, Japan, and Korea. With almost 2 million books, periodicals, newspapers, manuscripts, and electronic media, the collections are the most comprehensive sources of Asian language materials outside of Asia. Area Specialists and Reference Librarians provide in-depth reference assistance on questions concerning Asia. Western language materials about Asia are part of the general collection but can be requested in either the Asian Reading Room or the Main Reading Room.
Library Of Congress Subject Headings Principles And Policies
Library of Congress Subject Headings Principles of Structure and Policiesfor Application Contents. Content Copyright 1990 US Library of Congress.
http://www.tlcdelivers.com/tlc/crs/shed0014.htm

Extractions: Library of Congress Subject Headings - Principles of Structure and Policies for Application: Contents Introduction to LCSH Principles of Heading Construction Policies for Assigning Subject Headings Reference Source Documents See also: MARC 21 Formats Cataloger's Reference Shelf The Cataloger's Assistant The information contained in this section of the Cataloger's Reference Shelf is based on Library of Congress Subject Headings: Principles of Structure and Policies for Application, Annotated Version, prepared by Lois Mai Chan for the Library of Congress; Cataloging Distribution Service, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C.; 1990. See the
Professional Genealogist And Researcher Julian H. Preisler
Family history, genealogy and local history research services, located in the Washington, D.C. area. Specializing in researching the National Archives, Library of Congress, vital records, cemetery records, and Central and Eastern Europe.
http://www.geocities.com/jhp1963/JulianPreisler.html
Library Of Congress
The Library of Congress. Hours The library's Congressional Research Serviceprepares reports on any topic at the request of a member of Congress.
http://sc94.ameslab.gov/TOUR/libcong.html

Extractions: The library was originally housed in the Capitol, and most of its books were destroyed when the British shelled the building during the War of 1812. The major step in rebuilding the collection was taken in 1815, when Congress purchased the 6,000-volume personal library of Thomas Jefferson. With the purchase of the books of Dr. Otto H.F. Vollbehr in 1930, the library more than doubled the size of its collection of incunabula, which is now the largest in the Western Hemisphere. The main Library of Congress building was erected in 1897; the library also occupies the Thomas Jefferson building, formerly called the annex, and the new James Madison building. The post of Librarian of Congress, appointed by the president with the advice and consent of the Senate, has often gone to eminent scholars and artists, as well as to professional librarians. Recent Librarians of Congress include Archibald MacLeish (1939-44), L. Quincy Mumford (1954-74), Daniel J. Boorstin (1974-87), and James H. Billington (1987- ). Return to map
Preservation (Library Of Congress FAQ)
Information on how to store, restore, display, and preserve books, photographs, and other materials.
http://lcweb.loc.gov/preserv/presfaq.html

Extractions: Preservation How should I store my books? How should I display documents or works of art on paper? Can I save wet books? What if my books are moldy? How can I get rid of the smell of mildew in my books? ... What If I have other questions about preservation of library and archives materials? How should I store my books? Store books out of direct sunlight and where air can circulate freely. Store them away from windows and don't put them on shelves against outside walls. Store books on flat, smooth shelves that are strong enough to support their weight. Ideally, books should not be in contact with unsealed wood because it can release damaging acidic vapors. Line shelves with acid free board to prevent this problem. Stand books vertically side by side. Keep similar sizes together: small books next to small books, and large books next to large books. Use bookends to keep the books from falling over, and be sure they are high enough to support the books completely. Avoid storing books in an attic or basement because attics get too hot and basements get too damp. Both are also subject to rapid changes in temperature and humidity levels. Keep books out from under plumbing and water pipes; water damage from these sources is all too common. To protect books with monetary or sentimental value, keep them in custom-fitted archival boxes made from high-quality materials.
Library Of Congress / Federal Research Division / Country Studies / Area Handboo
Information on a number of areas of venezuela, South America.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/vetoc.html
Library Of Congress Classification System - Geography
Library of Congress) In addition, it is a portal to international research centers, collections, and otherresources available at the Library of Congress and through its Web site.
http://geography.about.com/science/geography/library/congress/bllc.htm

Extractions: Advertisement The Library of Congress Classification System (LC System) is used to organize books in many academic and university libraries throughout the United States and world. The interdisciplinary nature of geography requires the use of material from a variety of subject areas. This outline, which is part of the Geography site at The Mining Company should assist you to locate areas of the library to begin your research. The LC System organizes material in libraries according to twenty-one branches of knowledge. The 21 categories (labeled A-Z except I,O,W,X and Y) are further divided by adding one or two additional letters and a set of numbers. A - General Works B - Philosophy, Psychology, Religion
Meeting Of Frontiers: Collections From The Library Of Congress: Photographs
The summary for this Russian page contains characters that cannot be correctly displayed in this language/character set.
http://international.loc.gov/intldl/mtfhtml/mfdigcol/mfdcphot.html

Extractions: Prints and Photograph Division William C. Brumfield, Professor of Russian Studies at Tulane University, New Orleans, Louisiana, has extensively photographed and written about the wooden architecture of the Russian North, the jumping-off point for the explorers, traders, and missionaries who colonized Siberia. He also has photographed the distinctive architecture of such Siberian cities as Perm, Tiumen', Tobol'sk, and Tomsk. The William C. Brumfield Collection contains photographs given to the Library of Congress for inclusion in its permanent collections and in Meeting of Frontiers The William C. Brumfield Collection currently comprises 630 color slides from the Russian North and Western Siberia. This will eventually be expanded to approximately one thousand items. The Cathedral of the Annunciation, Solvychegodsk,
Map Collections Home Page
Searchable collection of digitized maps in the public domain from North America, 15441996. Grouped into categories cities, environment, exploration, immigration, military, and transportation.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/ammem/gmdhtml/gmdhome.html

Extractions: and Towns Cultural ... Geography and Map Division, Library of Congress Search by Keyword Geographic Location Index Subject Index Creator Index ... Title Index The Geography and Map Division of the Library of Congress holds more than 4.5 million items, of which Map Collections represents only a small fraction, those that have been converted to digital form. The focus of Map Collections Map Collections is organized according to seven major categories. Because a map will be assigned to only one category, unless it is part of more than one core collection, searching Map Collections at this level will provide the most complete results since the indexes for all categories are searched simultaneously. Maps can now be downloaded Searching Map Collections The mission of the Library of Congress is to make its resources available and useful to Congress and the American people and to sustain and preserve a universal collection of knowledge and creativity for future generations. The goal of the Library's National Digital Library Program is to offer broad public access to a wide range of historical and cultural documents as a contribution to education and lifelong learning. The Library of Congress presents these documents as part of the record of the past. These primary historical documents reflect the attitudes, perspectives, and beliefs of different times. The Library of Congress does not endorse the views expressed in these collections, which may contain materials offensive to some readers.
Geography And Map Division Homepage, Library Of Congress
History and background of the geography and map division, and reference services and guides. Includes a large, searchable collection of online North American maps in the public domain, dating from 1544 to present.
http://lcweb.loc.gov/rr/geogmap/
Nat'l Academies Press, LC21: (2001), Table Of Contents
LC21 A Digital Strategy for the Library of Congress (2001) Commission on PhysicalSciences, Mathematics, and Applications (CPSMA), Computer Science and
http://www.nap.edu/books/0309071445/html/

Extractions: Openbook Linked Table of Contents Front Matter, pp. i-xviii Executive Summary, pp. 1-22 1. Digital Revolution, Library Evol..., pp. 23-49 2. The Library of Congress: From Je..., pp. 50-81 3. Building Digital Collections, pp. 82-104 4. Preserving a Digital Heritage, pp. 105-121 5. Organizing Intellectual Access t..., pp. 122-143 6. The Library of Congress and the ..., pp. 144-162 7. Management Issues, pp. 163-192 8. Information Technology Infrastru..., pp. 193-213 Afterword, pp. 214-216 Bibliography, pp. 217-240 Appendix A: Biographies of Committe..., pp. 241-252 Appendix B: Briefers at Plenary Mee..., pp. 253-260 Appendix C: List of Letters Receive..., pp. 261-261 Appendix D: Acronyms, pp. 262-266
Classification Web - Library Of Congress
World Wide Web access to Library of Congress Classificationand Library of Congress Subject Headings.
http://classweb.loc.gov/
Library Of Congress / Federal Research Division / Country Studies / Area Handboo
Includes details about historical setting, society, environment, government, politics, industries, foreign relations, and national security.
http://memory.loc.gov/frd/cs/aotoc.html
Guide To Philosophy In The Library Of Congress Classification
Guide to philosophy in the Library of Congress classification systemwhatclassifications the Library uses, and how they are organized.
http://karn.ohiolink.edu/philosophy/shook.html

Extractions: shook@corning-cc.edu The purpose of this guide is to help the philosopher and philosophy student with one of the bothersome tasks of research: finding philosophical and philosophy-related books in the library. It may also answer some questions for the curious library browser who, like myself, has wondered at the arrangements on the library shelves. Since this guide was first created (see the story below) the Philosophy Documentation Center has announced a forthcoming publication titled "Library of Congress Subject Headings in Philosophy." I have no knowledge of this work beyond their catalog description: "thesaurus of philosophical terms compiled from Library of Congress subject headings," so it might cover similar territory as my guide. If so, the high quality of all the Center's publications will no doubt inhere in that work as well, and in the meantime, I offer this guide to all who can use it. My only request is that my name be kept on any copies made. The Library of Congress publishes its classification, revisions, and instructions to its use on a regular basis to help other libraries with their collections. This guide tries to distill this information down to a manageable level suitable for an introduction to the classification. It begins with an overview of the classification and how to use it. Then the method used to classify philosophy is summarized. The bulk of this guide is a condensed version of the Philosophy classification volume. Also provided are lists of philosophy-related topics and where they are located.
Library Of Congress / Federal Research Division / Country Studies / Area Handboo
Guyana A Country Study, extensive links and information.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/gytoc.html
Library Of Congress / Federal Research Division / Country Studies / Area Handboo
History, Society and Geography of Chad.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/tdtoc.html
Wired News: Library Of Congress Goes Digital
Library of Congress Goes Digital. The Library of Congress has finally met its ambitiousgoal of putting 5 million historical items online by the year 2000.
http://www.wired.com/news/culture/0,1284,41166,00.html

Extractions: 02:00 AM Jan. 19, 2001 PT The Library of Congress has finally met its ambitious goal of putting 5 million historical items online by the year 2000. That's no small feat considering the Internet wasn't even around when the project began. But even as the library completed this monumental task last week, some said its digital strategy still lags. In addition, the project underscores the longstanding concern over whether the library should be geared more toward scholarly pursuits than mainstream interests. The American Memory Project, which began as a pilot project to put images on CD-ROMs, has been woven into one of the largest digitized records of American history, with 90 collections of manuscripts, books, maps, films, sound recordings and photographs online.
Library Of Congress / Federal Research Division / Country Studies / Area Handboo
A very detailed, if not quite upto-date guide.
http://lcweb2.loc.gov/frd/cs/yutoc.html

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