Museums in Motion An Introduction to the History and Functions of Museums |
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| Author:
| Alexander, Edward P.
Alexander, Mary |
| Contribution by:
| American Association for State and Local History Staff, |
| Series title: | American Association for State and Local History Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-7591-0508-9 |
| Publication Date: | Nov 2007 |
| Publisher: | AltaMira Press
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $99.00 |
Book Description:
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In 1979, Edward P. Alexander's Museums in Motion was hailed as a much-needed addition to the museum literature. In combining the history of museums since the eighteenth century with a detailed examination of the function of museums and museum workers in modern society, it served as an essential resource for those seeking to enter to the museum profession and for established professionals looking for an expanded understanding of their own discipline. Now, Mary Alexander has produced a...
More DescriptionIn 1979, Edward P. Alexander's Museums in Motion was hailed as a much-needed addition to the museum literature. In combining the history of museums since the eighteenth century with a detailed examination of the function of museums and museum workers in modern society, it served as an essential resource for those seeking to enter to the museum profession and for established professionals looking for an expanded understanding of their own discipline. Now, Mary Alexander has produced a newly revised edition of the classic text, bringing it the twenty-first century with coverage of emerging trends, resources, and challenges.