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Core classification theory: a reply to Szostak

Hjørland, Birger (2008) Core classification theory: a reply to Szostak. Journal of Documentation 64(3):pp. 333-342.

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The purpose of this paper is to provide an answer to a critique put forward by Szostak against a paper written by the present author. The paper is based on a literature-based conceptual analysis based on Hjørland and Nissen Pedersen and Szostak. The main points in a core theory of classification are outlined and Szostak’s criticism is examined and answered. The paper demonstrates theoretical differences between the views adduced by Hjørland and Nissen Pedersen on the one side and by Szostak on the other.

EPrint Type:Journal Article (Paginated)
Subjects:Knowledge Organization
ID Code:2303
Deposited On:04 May 2008
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