Contents: Preface. 1. Book selection and acquisition. 2. Selection and acquisition of special types of materials. 3. Finances. 4. Interpretation of college library service. 5. The library building and equipment. 6. Evaluation of the college library. Index.

From the Preface: "The book looks into the various aspects of acquisition methods, procedures, activities alongwith the related matters like finance, library building, equipment which also need to be looked into while deciding over the acquisition policy for the library. The objective of the library has to be kept in mind while formulating any policy matter. In brief, the book has emphasised over all the principles and practices to be kept in mind for developing an effective acquisition system in the library."