The LCSH Century : One Hundred Years with the Library of Congress Subject Headings System

the Lcsh Century Traces The 100-year History Of The Library Of Congress Subject Headings, From Its Beginning With The Implementation Of A Dictionary Catalog In 1898 To The Present Day. You Will Explore The Most Significant Changes In Lcsh Policies And Practices, Including A Summary Of Other Contributions Celebrating The Centennial Of The World's Most Popular Library Subject Heading Language. The summer of 1998 witnessed a different sort of celebration in Washington, DC than the usual Fourth of July fireworks on "The Mall."