Entity Modelling

The Third Generation of Cataloguing

This guide aims to improve the principles of the third generation of cataloguing and, more widely, to contribute to the shift of paradigm related to the emerging bibliographic ecosystem. Readers will learn the importance of adopting new methods to remain relevant in modern and international settings, which will empower them to approach and apply entity modelling with greater confidence.

Combining theory and practical knowledge, this guide is an essential companion to library and information specialists looking for an introduction to and solid grounding in aspects of new cataloguing theory, practice and trends.

The book investigates the concepts of ‘entity’ and ‘identity’ in the field of cataloguing as a starting point for analysing and illustrating ‘entity modelling’ - an innovative contribution to third generation cataloguing, which involves Linked Open Data. Drawing on the history of cataloguing as well as elements of philosophy and computer science, the work sets out how to apply entity modelling in GLAM settings and facilitate communication and interoperability across the GLAM sector.

Analysing a range of international case studies relating to specific bibliographic entries, readers will gain an in-depth understanding of the concepts and practices involved in entity modelling to transform cataloguing at their own libraries and institutions.

Contributor: Philip E. Schreur (Foreword by), Carlo Bianchini (Preface by), Maurizio Vivarelli (Preface by), Mauro Guerrini (Introduction by), Jonnel Licari (Translated by)

Translator: Jonnel Licari

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