The state of the independent bookstore in America, 2018
Scope and Content Note
The series contains Master's theses from 1943 to present. The theses consist of either a production book and a media component or solely a production book. The production books were originally submitted as physical bound copies, but were later submitted digitally. The physical production books are stored offsite and the digital production books are stored in the College's preservation repository.
The media components consist of U-matic tapes, VHS tapes, CDs, DVDs, and Blu-rays and changed to digital submissions in 2020. There are also a handful of audiocassette tapes and one USB. The media components are stored onsite at the Archives.
Dates
- 2018
Creator
- Greenway, Brittany R. (Author, Person)
Conditions Governing Use
The thesis is restricted due to FERPA, permission from the author is required before you can view the thesis.
Extent
120 pages (120 pages)
Language of Materials
From the record group: English
From the record group: Chinese
From the record group: Spanish; Castilian
Overview
"This thesis seeks to determine the current state of the general-interest independent bookstore in America. The author cultivated her own research through extensive reading, personal interviews, and by surveying both industry professionals and consumers. Her findings identify potential strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats facing the industry." --Abstract.
Physical Location
RG 010.01B Writing, Literature & Publishing
Physical Description
120 pages
General
Production Book Call Number: [ELECTRONIC THESIS] Z471 .G74 2018
Repository Details
Part of the Emerson College Archives and Special Collections Repository
Walker Building, Room 223
120 Boylston Street
Boston Massachusetts 02116 United States
(617) 824-8301
archives@emerson.edu