E-books in academic libraries

Bennett, Linda and Landoni, Monica (2005) E-books in academic libraries. Electronic Library, 23 (1). pp. 9-16. ISSN 0264-0473 (https://doi.org/10.1108/02640470510582709)

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Abstract

This paper provides an analysis of the current state of the art in e-books, and attempts both to set the scene and provide reasons for their low uptake. Publishers, e-book providers and aggregators, academics and intermediaries (i.e., librarians and information specialists) should concentrate on raising awareness of what is available and what are the advantages related to e-books for specific categories of users. At the same time e-book suppliers should make e-books easier to find and purchase.