Printed ephemera under the magnifying glass (2005)

This course addresses printed ephemera, focussing on c19 British and French ephemera, though the general issues raised relate to all periods and to material in other languages. Classes will consist of a mix of illustrated talks on specific topics, discussion periods, and sessions spent looking at original items.

Topics include: processes used in the production of ephemera; acquisitions policies and strategies; describing and cataloging ephemera; dating ephemera; terminology; digitization of collections.