This anthology, compiled by a professional indexer, not only examines the history of the development of the index, but also brings to light the debate and comment that the index has invited over the years, both in fact and fiction. This study takes a wry look at the history, uses and implications of a previously little-considered element of the book and offers an anthology of amusing index extracts. The index, taken for granted, perhaps considered boring - or not considered at all - is an essential part of a book, and some would say the most essential part. This study takes a wry look at the history, uses and implications. The index, taken for granted, parhaps considered boring - or not considered at all - is an essential part of a book, and some would say the most essentila part.Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index.
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