Index Purpose

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Purpose of an Index

  • Encourages efficient retrieval of topics
  • Illuminates the author's message with succinctness
  • Groups concepts that are scattered throughout the text
  • Creates structure for the interrelationships between explicit and implicit concepts
  • Provides an essential tool for students and research 
  • Can function as a decisive factor in book selection or purchase

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A note from the Indexer

The professional Indexer follows prescriptive rules and standards but must also be able to make interpretive decisions for the prospective reader.

The professional Indexer works to provide an access map to the author's communication.

I really enjoy indexing and the fact that it requires me to use both the left and right sides of the brain.
 
Mary Harper, Professional Indexer
 
 
    
 

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