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Best of Reference 2002: The Magical Realm of Reference

Best of Reference is an annual list of books, websites, and electronic resources selected by a committee of librarians for their usefulness in local branch collections. Selection criteria include value and appropriateness for branch collections, organization of material, style of presentation, and authority of author/editor.

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http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/asknypl/91846110
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2002
Audience: 
Adults
Subjects: 
Reference
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50 Memorable Books from 50 Years of Books to Remember

A representative selection from over 1,500 titles on annual lists of Books to Remember from 1956 to 2005. Compiled by Francie Einenkel and Susan Chute, Librarians, The New York Public Library.

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http://www.nypl.org/collections/nypl-recommendations/lists/50-years-books-to-remember
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2005
Audience: 
Adults
Subjects: 
Language and Literature
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25 Books to Remember from 2007

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http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108364678
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2007
Audience: 
Adults
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25 Books to Remember from 2006

Books to Remember is an annual list of 25 titles chosen for their ability to provide an informative or transformative reading experience for adults. Selection criteria include literary excellence, uniqueness of concept and command of subject matter.

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URL: 
http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108365691
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2006
Audience: 
Adults
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25 Books to Remember from 2005

Books to Remember is an annual list of 25 titles chosen for their ability to provide an informative or transformative reading experience for adults. Selection criteria include literary excellence, uniqueness of concept and command of subject matter.

Book List Host: 
3
URL: 
http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108366232
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2005
Audience: 
Adults
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25 Books to Remember from 2004

Books to Remember is an annual list of 25 titles chosen for their ability to provide an informative or transformative reading experience for adults. Selection criteria include literary excellence, uniqueness of concept and command of subject matter.

Book List Host: 
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URL: 
http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108378935
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2004
Audience: 
Adults
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25 Books to Remember from 2003

Books to Remember is an annual list of 25 titles chosen for their ability to provide an informative or transformative reading experience for adults. Selection criteria include literary excellence, aesthetic appeal, uniqueness of concept and command of subject matter.

Book List Host: 
3
URL: 
http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108380544
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2003
Audience: 
Adults
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25 Books to Remember from 2002

Books to Remember is an annual list of 25 titles chosen for their ability to provide an informative or transformative reading experience for adults.

Selection criteria include literary excellence, aesthetic appeal, uniqueness of concept and command of subject matter.

Book List Host: 
3
URL: 
http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108382574
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2002
Audience: 
Adults
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25 Books to Remember from 2001

Books to Remember is an annual list of 25 titles chosen for their ability to provide an informative or transformative reading experience for adults.

Selection criteria include literary excellence, aesthetic appeal, uniqueness of concept and command of subject matter.

Book List Host: 
3
URL: 
http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108390681
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2001
Audience: 
Adults
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25 Books to Remember from 2000

Books to Remember is an annual list of 25 titles chosen for their distinct and lasting contribution to literature and/or general knowledge for adult readers.

Selection criteria include literary excellence, information value and importance, sincerity and honesty of presentation, skill in presentation, and importance in historical context.

Book List Host: 
3
URL: 
http://www.nypl.org/browse/recommendations/lists/nypl_selection/108391797
Resource Language: 
English
List Year: 
2000
Audience: 
Adults
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