BOOK REVIEW: Collection Thinking: Within and Without Libraries, Archives and Museums | Synapse
October 2, 2025Open Access
BOOK REVIEW: Collection Thinking: Within and Without Libraries, Archives and Museums
Key Points
This book review highlights the multifaceted nature of collection thinking in cultural institutions, emphasizing its significance in effective curation.
Key contributions from various authors illustrate critical approaches to managing collections in libraries, archives, and museums, enriching understanding of the field.
The review points out the importance of interdisciplinary strategies for enhancing user engagement and fostering connections within cultural heritage.
Through a detailed examination of the book, this review showcases valuable perspectives on contemporary practices in information management across institutions.
Abstract
Jason Camlot, Martha Langford, Linda M. Morra, eds. , Collection Thinking: Within and Without Libraries, Archives and Museums, New York: Routledge, 2023, 342 p. , 81. 50 (paperback) ISBN 9781032252551