Matter of Facts The Value of Evidence in an Information Age - Archival Futures

The safeguarding of authentic facts is essential, especially in this disruptive Orwellian age, where digital technologies have opened the door to a post-truth world in which "alternative facts" can be so easily accepted as valid. And because facts matter, evidence matters. In this urgent manifesto, archives luminary Millar makes the case that authentic and accurate records, archives, data, and other sources of documentary proof are crucial in supporting and fostering a society that is respectful, democratic, and self-aware. An eye-opening treatise for the general public, an invaluable resource for archives students, and a provocative call-to-arms for information and records professionals, Millar's bookexplains the concept of evidence and discusses the ways in which records, archives, and data are not just useful tools for our daily existence but also essential sources of evidence both today and in the future;includes plentiful examples that illustrate the critical role evidence plays in upholding rights, enforcing responsibilities, tracing family or community stories, and capturing and sharing memories; andexamines the impact of digital technologies on how records and information are created and used.With documentary examples ranging from Mesopotamian clay tablets to World War II photographs to today's Twitter messages and Facebook posts, Millar's stirring book will encourage readers to understand more fully the importance of their own records and archives, for themselves and for future generations.

ISBN:	9780838917718
Publisher:	American Library Association
Imprint:	ALA Neal-Schuman
Published date:	30 Jul 2019
DEWEY:	025.524
DEWEY edition:	23
Language:	English
Number of pages:	xix, 172
Weight:	276g
Height:	152mm
Width:	229mm
Spine width:	8mm

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