Geographic Parameters Materials published all over the world are collected. Of third world countries, some special attention is given to materials on and from Brazil, Ecuador, China and Japan. Chronological Scope Chronological coverage differs with each specific discipline. In general, modern era materials are emphasized, with the exception of the ancient Mediterranean, medieval and Asian fields. Dates of Publication Funds permitting, retrospective purchases are made.
Most materials acquired are current publications.
Retrospective Acquisitions Retrospective selections are usually purchased only when special funds are available, such as grant funds and endowments. To fill in gaps in any of the fields covered or to respond to new research initiatives and teaching needs, limited retrospective purchasing is done as needed. Types of Materials Collected and Excluded Monographs and serials are both included. Few newspapers in foreign languages, theses or dissertations are acquired. Guidebooks, how-to and textbooks are all excluded.