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SAA Book Acquisitions AND Online Reviews



*please excuse cross postings*

The Society of American Archivists is pleased to feature Online Book Reviews
at http://www.archivists.org/periodicals/abstract-aa64_2.html#reviews
http://www.archivists.org/periodicals/review-otoole-aa64_2.html
http://www.archivists.org/periodicals/review-cox-aa64_2.html

In addition, four new titles (BELOW) have been acquired for distribution by
SAA.
To order, contact Rodney Franklin at mailto:rfranklin@archivists.org.
Or check out the more than 170 titles distributed by SAA at
http://www.archivists.org/catalog/catalog/index.html


ARCHIVES IN THE ANCIENT WORLD
        by Ernst Posner

This classic piece of archival scholarship, out of print for decades, has
now been reissued by the Society of American Archivists. Drawing on the
findings of Assyriologists, papyrologists, and classicists, Ernst Posner
created for the first time a sound historical basis for the archivist's
understanding of the genesis of the profession. His work throws light on the
considerable archival accomplishments and sophistication of the cultures of
the ancient world from the days of the Sumerians to the death of Justinian
and also on the societies in which they played such a significant part.
Visually enhanced by more than 40 illustrations, this book represents a
spirited testimony to the immeasurable value of records.

SAA Archival Classics Reprint (1972; 2002) 305 pp., soft cover
product code 174
SAA members $35 / Nonmembers $45

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LEADERSHIP AND ADMINISTRATION IN SUCCESSFUL ARCHIVAL PROGRAMS
        edited by Bruce W. Dearstyne

This collection of essays from eight archival leaders provides first-hand
accounts of how to carry out planning, build coalitions and alliances,
garner resources, empower and inspire program personnel, change program
direction, and take programs in new, dynamic directions. Issues addressed
include how to define program success, the traits of a successful program,
leadership traits, and similarities and differences between archival program
and similar programs, such as libraries.

Greenwood Publishing Group (2001) 168 pp., hard cover
product code 16
SAA members $50 / Nonmembers $60

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THE LIBRARIAN'S FACILITY MANAGEMENT HANDBOOK
        Carmine J. Trotta and Marcia Trotta

An all encompassing and utilitarian guide to the management and maintenance
of a building. Addresses a wide range of topics from the Americans with
Disabilities Act's facility requirements to insurance issues to energy
audits.

Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc. (2001) 250 pp., soft cover
product code 172
SAA members $73 / Nonmembers $83

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PLANNING FOR INTEGRATED SYSTEMS AND TECHNOLOGIES
        John M. Cohn, Ann L. Kelsey and Keith Michael Fiels

While this publication has a strong library emphasis, the general chapters
dealing with developing a technology plan, assessing needs and priorities,
developing and evaluating proposals and so forth are extremely useful. A
good resource for addressing the problems of sytem integration and
automation within an archives context.

Neal-Schuman Publishers, Inc. (2001) 218 pp., soft cover
product code 167
SAA members $52 / Nonmembers $60

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Please note that prices listed do not include shipping/handling.

Best wishes for the New Year!

Teresa Brinati
Director of Publishing
Society of American Archivists
527 S. Wells Street, 5th Floor
Chicago, IL 60607-3992 USA
312/922-0140   Fax 312/347-1452
mailto:tbrinati@archivists.org
www.archivists.org

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