Reordering the digital library

What do 21st century algorithms make out of 19th century collections?

2018-01-28

Creating Data

Revisualizing the Library

Making the Library Computer Legible

Reproducing Classifications

Misclassifications

Bacteriology 

  • Actual: HV: Social and Public Welfare/Criminology -> Welfare -> Protection, Assistance, Relief -> Special classes.
  • Algorithm: US Law.

Misclassifications

 

  • mdp.39015005002905
  • Actual LC Classification According to Hathi: AC 277 (Undefined)
  • Algorithm: DC (French History)
  • Shelf Location in Michigan: HC 277 (Economic History, France)
  • Shelf Location in Wisconsin: HE

Misclassifications

 

  • uva.x000423222
  • Actual LC Classification According to Hathi: BF1613 Magic (White and Black). Occult Sciences -> Shamanism. Hermetics. Necromancy -> General Works, German, post-1800
  • Algorithm: BP: Theosophy, etc. BP595: Works by and about Rudolf Steiner.

Misclassifications

 

  • Actual LC Classification: QH1.A43 (Natural History)
  • Algorithm: QE (Geology)

Actual LC Classification: QB63.B5 1927

Bacteriology 

  • QB 63: Astronomy -> Stargazer’s guides.
  • QR 63: Microbiology -> Laboratory manuals

Actual LC Classification: QB63.B5 1927

Bacteriology 

  • QB 63: Astronomy -> Stargazer’s guides.
  • QR 63: Microbiology -> Laboratory manuals

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