Cataloging Quote by Alberto Manguel
““Cataloguing is an ancient profession; there are examples of such “ordainers of the universe” (as they were called by the Sumerians) among the oldest vestiges of libraries.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Library at Night by Alberto Manguel, 2016
Cataloguing has long been seen as shaping the universe, reflecting humanity's early drive to organize knowledge.
In simple terms: Organizing knowledge is an ancient, powerful task.
Key Takeaway
Respect and preserve the role of librarians.
Themes
knowledge
organization
history
culture
libraries
Mood
reflective
respectful
Type
historical
philosophical
When to use this quote
- academic research
- library science
- digital archiving
- policy making
Key Concepts
information theory
archival practice
civilization
Questions to Reflect On
- How does cataloguing influence our worldview?
- In what ways can we modernize while honoring tradition?
A Different Perspective
Modern digital tools can diminish the perceived value of traditional cataloguing.
