- ISBN13: 9780226552767
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- Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.
Since 1994, Nancy Mulvany’s Indexing Books has been the gold standard for thousands of professional indexers, editors, and authors. This long-awaited second edition, expanded and completely updated, will be equally revered.
Like its predecessor, this edition of Indexing Books offers comprehensive, reliable treatment of indexing principles and practices relevant to authors and indexers alike. In addition to practical advice, the book presents a big-picture pe… More >>
Indexing Books, Second Edition
I liked the book overall, most notably the expanded coverage of software used in indexing. I didn’t agree with every word I read, but the value of Ms Mulvany’s 30 years of experience is apparant in her treatment of style guides and her knowledge of industry practices. I’d recommend this book for anyone in the business.
Rating: 5 / 5
Mulvany’s Indexing guidebook is a must have for anyone seeking to become an indexer. I purchased the book in connection with the United State Deparment of Agriculture Basic Indexing course that I am taking.
Rating: 5 / 5
Like writing, indexing is an art form. Some people can do it, and some people can’t. If you want to attempt your own index, buy Mulvany’s book. She’s an instructor of index courses and she knows her stuff– it shows. Notice how this book has ZERO negative reviews. The only complaint that I had was the price, but you really get what you pay for, so how can you complain when you buy the best?
She should trademark the definition of the “Ideal Index”; it’s a must read. She covers structure, arrangement, names, everything. It’s all there.
Rating: 5 / 5
This helpful book was invaluable when I had to prepare an index for my book. The author knows her stuff and clearly explains what to do and–just as important–precisely how to do it. If you are indexing your own book, and you really want readers to get the most from your work, this is the guide for you.
Rating: 5 / 5
Es importante expresar en idioma español mi más amplia recomendación acerca del libro Indexing Books (Chicago Guides to Writing, Editing, and Publishing) by Nancy C. Mulvany, del cual estoy convencido es el mejor libro para definir metodologías a seguir en la indización de documentos unitarios como es el caso de las monografías. Especialmente se desea recomendar para instituciones de educación suprior que ofrezcan carreras de Bibliotecología, Biblioteconomía, Documentación y en general de las Ciencias de la Información, ya que funciona perfectamente como libro de texto dentro de las materias de Indices y Abstracts. Es importante indicar, que este tipo de libros, deberán complementarse con otros más que oferta Amazon respecto a elaboración de índices de conujuntos de documentos, así también en la profundización de elaboración de resumenes o abstracts, mismos que complementarían el desarrollo de materias académicas que permitan a nuestros estudiantes dominar la panarámica de esta disciplina.
Rating: 5 / 5