How to Catalogue a Library

How to Catalogue a Library, written by Henry B. Wheatley and first published in 1561, is a guide on library cataloguing practices aimed at both amateurs and professionals. The book emphasizes the importance of clarity and organization in creating effective catalogues, distinguishing between mere lists and structured catalogues that facilitate user access. Wheatley discusses indexing methodologies and the cataloguer's role in improving book retrieval, making this work a foundational resource in the field of library science.