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Publication Date: 2006-Mar
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Graphic Novels in Academic Libraries: From "Maus" to Manga and beyond
O'English, Lorena; Matthews, J. Gregory; Lindsay, Elizabeth Blakesley
Journal of Academic Librarianship, v32 n2 p173-182 Mar 2006
This article addresses graphic novels and their growing popularity in academic libraries. Graphic novels are increasingly used as instructional resources, and they play an important role in supporting the recreational reading mission of academic libraries. The article will also tackle issues related to the cataloging and classification of graphic novels and discuss ways to use them for marketing and promotion of library services.
Descriptors: Novels, Cartoons, Academic Libraries, Instructional Materials, Recreational Reading, Cataloging, Classification, Marketing, Library Services
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Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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