Library management is not a new concept. Evolved with the inception of the library, its original concept that lacked systematic procedure and scientific application have undergone a remarkable change. In this circumstance, we need such a book that it may meet the new requirements of the students and the professionals of Library Science. A Practical Guide to Library Management is intended to serve the important need of the present-day learners and professionals of library management. An attempt has been made in this book to give in brief the learning on almost all issues of good library management. In a nutshell, the book has been made broad-based in order to serve the needs of a wider section of students. It is not only hoped but is my firm belief that it would be helpful to improve the achievement level of students of Library and Information Science. CONTENTS Index Meaning of Library Public Library System in India Prominent Libraries in India Prominent Libraries in the World Role of Library Academic Library: Objectives and Functions College and University Library National Library Public Library: Importance and Functions Library Profession Five Laws of Library Science Position and Functions of Librarian Library Professionals Association Ethics of the American Library Association Financial Sources of Library Library Legislation in India Library Legislation: Necessity and Importance Delivery of Books Act Copyright Laws Library Rules Reprography Essentials of Library Science Library Display Principles of Library Management Library Cooperation Library Public Relations Library Extension Services Functions of Acquisition Section Accession Register Library Book Number International Standard Book Number Cataloguing Importance of Library Catalogue Book Circulation Reference Section Periodical Section Book Maintenance Section Repair and Binding of Books Stock Rectification Stock Verification References