PASSPORT/PRISM, author and title and MARC – oh my!

Abstract

Provides an overview of cataloguing, in particular Machine Readable Cataloguing (MARC). Considers some of the reasons why users should understand the way information is used in what way in which indexes. Briefly discusses Anglo‐American Cataoguing Rules, 2nd ed. (AACR2), decoding MARC, tips for using PRISM. Finally offers some recommended reading.