The Journal of Contemporary Archival Studies (JCAS) celebrates its 100th article with the publication of two new book reviews:
"Review of Archives and Special Collections as Sites of Contestation," written by Jennifer Gotwals, volume 8, article 4.
Download the article: https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/vol8/iss1/4/
Abstract: Archives and Special Collections as Sites of Contestation, an edited volume collecting 17 essays from practitioners across the United States and Canada, contains chapters critically evaluating how Special Collections approach instruction, digital projects, cataloging, knowledge production, and ethics.
"Review of Documenting Rebellions: A Study of Four Lesbian and Gay Archives in Queer Times," written by Lynn A. Cowles, volume 8, article 5.
Download the article: https://elischolar.library.yale.edu/jcas/vol8/iss1/5/
Abstract: The comparative case study, Documenting Rebellions: A Study of Four Lesbian and Gay Archives in Queer Times, traces the development of four prominent lesbian and gay archives as they grew out of the rights movement of the 1960s through the AIDS crisis and into the 21st century. The study is informed by both queer theory and archival theory. The volume historically contextualizes them within the lesbian and gay rights movement, as well as the movement in archival science and practice to restore the voices of those silenced by power structures within society.
JCAS is a peer-reviewed, open access journal sponsored by the Yale University Library, New England Archivists, and Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library.
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