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Chris Awre finds a useful if limited introduction for those coming new to the field of information representation and retrieval, but is unconvinced by its overall coverage and depth.

Lina Coelho looks at a book she feels is destined to repay its purchase price even if you never manage to read it all.

David Hook sees this edition as a useful overview but finds unfortunate omissions as well as beneficial inclusions.

Stuart Hannabuss examines an interesting collection of essays and, with reservations, likes the second edition a lot more.

Stephen Town considers this new multi-author volume, appreciates its many qualities and reflects on the key issues for library staff development in the digital future.

Andy Prue examines a guide aimed at inexperienced Webmasters. While the book covers some interesting and salient points, Andy raises questions as to the ideal audience.

Bruce Royan takes a structured look at this series of case studies and analyses their view of the Learning Resource Centre phenomenon.

Stuart Hannabuss seeks the tenor among the diversity of voices provided by Challenge and Change in the Information Society.

Liz Lyon describes some new digital library development activities and considers the implications of linking research and learning outputs in an environment of assured data provenance.

Michael Day takes a detailed look at the structure and content of this hardy annual.