Updated and enhanced, the second edition of this text provides both library students and practitioners with a thorough understanding of procedural and philosophical approaches in acquisitions management.
• Incorporates thoroughly updated information that reflects today's fast-changing world of acquisitions management and addresses the changing landscape of publishing overall
• Highlights new web-based materials
• Takes an integrated approach to acquisitions functions and operations
• Serves as both a manual for practicing acquisitions librarians and support staff and as a textbook for students in library and information science programs