The handheld library: mobile technology and the librarian

Covering topics such as mobile reference, eBooks, mobile websites, and QR codes, this book examines the effects of the global mobile revolution on libraries and library users—critical information all librarians need.

- Contains contributed chapters from active, innovative, respected librarians in the mobile library movement on ideas and trends for mobile libraries

- Addresses aspects of the mobile revolution that are rarely covered, such as the use of tablet computers in archives and the mHealth information services movement

- Provides updated descriptions of innovative mobile library services

- Supplies practical advice and recommendations about mobile library systems and services