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While the Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) is perhaps the best known bibliographic control system in existence, it is cumbersome and not always user friendly. Faceted Application of Subject Terminology (FAST) is designed to rework LCSH's authority rules so that they are easier to use, understand, and apply. The result is a schema designed to handle a large volume of materials with less effort and cost. In this guide, two members of the original design team have put together numerous examples of FAST-driven projects including traditional monographs, special collections (archives, business records), electronic resources, and websites. The result is a prototype designed to be used not just by experienced catalogers but also by people with minimal training and experience.… (more)
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After reading this book from cover-to-cover I'm very eager to apply FAST headings to my library's digital collections in the future. I'm convinced this new vocabulary will have a positive impact on searching while easing the process of subject cataloging for library staff. Another exciting development in cataloging!