Dewey Decimal Classification

Dewey Decimal Classification provides a comprehensive guide to this widely-used library organization system, exploring its history, structure, and practical application in modern information environments. This resource offers foundational knowledge of classification principles alongside detailed coverage of DDC schedules, notation, and indexing techniques essential for cataloging professionals. The book examines how the Dewey system organizes knowledge across disciplines, including detailed sections on subject analysis, number building, and practical application in different library settings. Coverage addresses historical development, contemporary updates, and integration with digital technologies for resource discovery and management. Readers develop competencies in classification decision-making, shelf organization strategies, and patron access optimization. This volume serves library professionals, students, and information science practitioners seeking comprehensive understanding of Dewey Decimal Classification fundamentals and practical application in diverse library contexts globally.

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Release date

Ebook: June 1, 2026