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The evolution of library classification systems
22:44 - 28:06 (05:21)
The traditional numbering system of libraries required reclassification every time a library changed, causing confusion for readers and librarians alike. Successful people often find neglected systems, and the interviewee was promoted to help run the entire library after finding a better system.
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The poorly-funded library at Amherst College gave Michael Lewis the opportunity to work there, reform the organization, and be influenced by books and literature, which became pivotal to his later success as an author.
22:44 - 23:47 (01:02)
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The poorly-funded library at Amherst College gave Michael Lewis the opportunity to work there, reform the organization, and be influenced by books and literature, which became pivotal to his later success as an author.
ChapterThe evolution of library classification systems
EpisodeThe Man Who Pioneered Libraries and Sexual Harassment
PodcastBehind the Bastards
This episode discusses the numerical system for classifying books, known as the Dewey Decimal System, and its impact on libraries and organizing knowledge.
23:47 - 25:18 (01:30)
Summary
This episode discusses the numerical system for classifying books, known as the Dewey Decimal System, and its impact on libraries and organizing knowledge.
ChapterThe evolution of library classification systems
EpisodeThe Man Who Pioneered Libraries and Sexual Harassment
PodcastBehind the Bastards
The previous way of organizing books in libraries involved a numbering system specific to each library, causing confusion when changing or visiting different libraries.
25:18 - 26:00 (00:41)
Summary
The previous way of organizing books in libraries involved a numbering system specific to each library, causing confusion when changing or visiting different libraries. The creation of a standardized classification system made it simpler for anyone to find books regardless of the library.
ChapterThe evolution of library classification systems
EpisodeThe Man Who Pioneered Libraries and Sexual Harassment
PodcastBehind the Bastards
A man comes up with a better way to organize libraries and is quickly promoted to help run the entire library.
26:00 - 28:06 (02:06)
Summary
A man comes up with a better way to organize libraries and is quickly promoted to help run the entire library.