Start 2023 with a good book! These two titles from SAA's Archival Fundamentals Series II and III are meant to complement and augment each other in the development of best practices for preservation. From now until January 31, get these two books on sale!
Advancing Preservation for Archives and Manuscripts
By Elizabeth Joffrion and Michèle V. Cloonan
The infrastructures in which preservation programs exist are changing rapidly, but one thing remains constant—the archivist’s role in ensuring that today’s records will be accessible in the future. Advancing Preservation for Archives and Manuscripts enhances our knowledge and understanding of what it means to preserve our heritage. Whether you're new to the profession or experienced in preservation management, this book will give you a valuable framework for considering how preservation is practiced today and how it may be carried out in the future.
SAA (2020) | 236 Pages
Retail: $69 $55 | SAA Members:$49 $39
Preserving Archives and Manuscripts
By Mary Lynn Ritzenthaler
The authoritative resource for archivists, manuscript curators, and others responsible for the preservation of archives, manuscripts, and historical collections. This book covers the wide range of materials found in such holdings and addresses practical means of implementing preservation programs. The emphasis is on integrating preservation and archival management with a focus on storage, safe handling, and environmental issues. Many illustrations and extensive appendices complement the text.
SAA (2010) | 525 Pages
Retail: $63 $40 | SAA Members:$45 $30
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