This course aims to provide instruction and practice in the creation of bibliographic records for rare books from the hand-press era so that attendees will be equipped with the basic skills to catalogue their library’s early printed books to national standards. Focus will primarily be on 17th-18th Century books printed in England and/or in English. Following the taught part of the training, there will be an opportunity to catalogue an early printed book yourself. 

Basic knowledge and familiarity with MARC21 and AACR2 is essential. Laptop optional (paper templates provided for exercises). 

The course will be held in the New Court Meeting Room, New Court Staircase E, Trinity College (see College Map).