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Direct Subscription with the Publishers vs. Subscription through Agents - A Case Study


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Discusses the problems connected with the subscriptions for periodical directly with the publishers. In contrast, presents the problems with the agents for subscribing for the same. A paradox of problems in agency system is highlighted in India. Suggests the agency system to allievate the problems of library subscription to periodicals.
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Asoka Das Gupta
Regional Research Laboratory, Hyderabad 500007
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  • Direct Subscription with the Publishers vs. Subscription through Agents - A Case Study

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Asoka Das Gupta
Regional Research Laboratory, Hyderabad 500007, India

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Discusses the problems connected with the subscriptions for periodical directly with the publishers. In contrast, presents the problems with the agents for subscribing for the same. A paradox of problems in agency system is highlighted in India. Suggests the agency system to allievate the problems of library subscription to periodicals.