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The bright thread: the Bulletin's 75th anniversary.

Bulletin of the Medical Library Association

|July 1, 1986

Summary

This review covers the Bulletin of the Medical Library Association from 1911-1985, detailing its growth in size, content, and administrative structure over 75 years.

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Area of Science:

Medical Librarianship
Bibliometrics
Scholarly Publishing

Background:

This paper presents a chronological review of the Bulletin of the Medical Library Association (BMLA).
The review spans the publication years from 1911 through 1985.
It examines the BMLA's evolution under nineteen different editors.

Observation:

The BMLA experienced a gradual expansion in both its physical size and the scope of its content.
New departments and specialized sections were progressively introduced.
Pioneering articles that shaped the field were identified and discussed.

Findings:

Significant changes in the journal's format were implemented over the decades.
The administrative and advisory structures supporting the BMLA underwent considerable growth.
Key financial data, including expenses, income, and subscription price trends, are presented.

Implications:

Understanding the historical development of the BMLA provides insights into the evolution of medical librarianship.
This historical analysis can inform strategies for contemporary scholarly communication in the field.
The study highlights the importance of adapting publication formats and structures to meet changing needs.

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