Tracing Thematic Evolution in College & Research Libraries: A Co-LCSH Analysis of Book Reviews (1997–2023)
Abstract
This study examines publication patterns and thematic developments in library
and information science (LIS) through book reviews published in College & Research
Libraries (1997–2023). Employing Co-LCSH (co-occurrence analysis of Library of
Congress Subject Headings) network analysis, the findings reveal an unexpected
increase in book review frequency, contrasting with declines in other fields. Additionally,
a temporal lag between the emergence of new research themes and their
broader representation in LIS trends underscores the reflective role of book reviews.
This suggests that LIS professionals engage with contemporary research by
and information science (LIS) through book reviews published in College & Research
Libraries (1997–2023). Employing Co-LCSH (co-occurrence analysis of Library of
Congress Subject Headings) network analysis, the findings reveal an unexpected
increase in book review frequency, contrasting with declines in other fields. Additionally,
a temporal lag between the emergence of new research themes and their
broader representation in LIS trends underscores the reflective role of book reviews.
This suggests that LIS professionals engage with contemporary research by
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