We are pleased to announce the publication of Concise Guidelines for Descriptive Cataloging of Korean Books: Preserving Cultural Treasures authored by Jae Yong Chang (UC Berkeley) and Sanghun Cho (UCLA).
This book offers essential guidance on cataloging Korean-language materials, drawing on over 20 years of expertise in library science. It provides clear guidelines for cataloging both rare and modern Korean books, featuring practical case studies and detailed examples. Designed for both experienced librarians and newcomers, it serves as an essential resource for those working with Korean materials and studying Korean bibliography.
Features
- A resource for librarians specializing in Korean materials
- Insights for researchers on Korean classical book records
- A guide for beginners in Korean Studies and bibliography
Table of contents
Preface
Part I Concise Guidelines for Descriptive Cataloging of Korean Pre-Modern Books
Introduction
0. General Rules
1. 245Field
2. 250 Field
3. 264 Field
4. 300 Field
5. 4XX / 8XX Fields
6. 5XX Fields
Part II Practical Guidelines for Descriptive Cataloging of Korean Modern
Introduction
0. General Rules
1. Fixed Fields
2. 0XX Fields
3. 1XX / 7XX Fields
4. 2XX Fields
5. 300 Field
6. 4XX / 8XX Fields
7. 5XX Fields
Part III Appendices and Examples
Appendix-A: Chronological List of Names of Wood Movable-Type
Appendix-B: Chronological List of Names of Metal Movable-Type
Appendix-C: Chinese Reign Names and Cyclical Years
Appendix-D: End Punctuation of Primary Variable Fields
Appendix-E: Title or Other Words Associated with a Name
Appendix-F: Brief Notes for Fixed Field Elements
Appendix-G: Brief Notes for Primary Variable Field Description
Example-A: P’ilsabon (Handwritten Manuscript)
Example-B: Mokp’anbon (Woodblock)
Example-C: Mok hwalchabon (Wood Movable-Type)
Example-D: Kŭmsok hwalchabon (Metal Movable-Type)
Example-E: Sŏginbon (Lithography)
Example-F: Sinyŏn hwalchabon (New Lead Movable-Type)
Part IV Bibliography
