A history of archival practice, 1st Edition,

Abstract

clearer in explaining the terminology and concepts. A list of the terminology they use with a clear reference to the articles in which these were discussed would not only have been helpful, but is indispensable. Another disappointing deficiency, in particular for a scholarly publication, is the poor annotation, the lack of an index and the absence of a comprehensive list of references. Then it would for instance also have been immediately clear that the literature used, with a few exceptions, predominantly dates from before 2015, which is a bit remarkable for such an advanced topic. To conclude, in terms of content it is a valuable book which should have been given more attention before it was sent to the publishing house. This missed opportunity is likely to have a negative effect on reception and immediate impact of these important ideas among practitioners. Nevertheless, the book deserves to be read and the ideas to be digested and translated into practical solutions.