Bibliographic Details
| Title: |
The Universal Decimal Classification: Some Factors Concerning Its Origins, Development, and Influence. |
| Authors: |
Mcllwaine, I.C. |
| Source: |
Journal of the American Society for Information Science. Apr1997, Vol. 48 Issue 4, p331-339. 9p. 5 Charts. |
| Subjects: |
Universal decimal classification, Dewey decimal classification |
| Abstract: |
Discusses the history and evolution of the Universal Decimal Classification (UDC) system. Derivation of UDC from the Dewey decimal classification; Impact of Dewey decimal classification's deterioration on UDC's management and development; Creation of the Master Reference File; Importance of the value of classification in a multilingual environment. |
| Database: |
Engineering Source |
