Trevor Owens Libros

Based on extensive reading, research, and writing on digital preservation, Owens's work will prove an invaluable reference for archivists, librarians, and museum professionals, as well as scholars and researchers in the digital humanities.

#1 Amazon Bestseller in Lean Management Discover the methods of lean startups that can revolutionize large organizations and their products Even in a tough economic climate, the startup business community has found a way to create innovative, game-changing products in shockingly short timeframes.

Through a collection of postcards, this book captures the transformation of Fairfax County, Virginia, reflecting the broader changes in American life. It showcases historic townscapes in communities like Herndon and the city of Fairfax, highlights the county's military history with sites from the Civil War, and depicts daily life at Camp Humphreys and Fort Belvoir. Additionally, it features diverse places of worship and popular spots cherished by locals and tourists over the past 300 years, offering a unique narrative of the county's history.

The book delves into the genre of "how-to" literature, examining its structure, purpose, and impact on readers. It explores various techniques employed by authors to convey practical knowledge and skills, highlighting the effectiveness of different approaches. By analyzing key examples, the author sheds light on the cultural significance and evolution of this genre, making it a valuable resource for understanding the intersection of instruction and narrative in literature.

The digital age is burning out our most precious resources and the future of the past is at stake. In After Disruption, Trevor Owens warns that our institutions of cultural memory - libraries, archives, museums, humanities departments, research institutes, and more - have been ‘disrupted,’ and largely not for the better.