However, most anthropology material is published in the United States and Great Britain. The most comprehensive buying is from Canada. The geographical interests of the department range from a concentration on Canada and Africa, to the Caribbean, Latin America, the Middle East, Southeast Asia and Western Europe. There are no limits. Date of Publications Current publications predominate.
Retrospective material is selected if funds and sources permit.
All classic works and works by major anthropologists have been acquired, if available. Duplication Additional copies are selected if circulation analysis shows a need or if the subject is one of high interest. Gifts Along with hardbacks, paperback gifts are also accepted in order to expand a collection that has to cover a very broad area of study. There is no relegation or weeding. Decisions may be made to send the paper items to the bindery before or after receipt.