A modular methodology for converting large, complex books into usable, accessible and standards-compliant ebooks

A. Dawson; E. McCulloch

A modular methodology for converting large, complex books into usable, accessible and standards-compliant ebooks

A. Dawson, E. McCulloch

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Abstract

This report describes the methodology used for ebook creation for the Glasgow Digital Library (GDL), and provides detailed instructions on how the same methodology could be used elsewhere. The document includes a description and explanation of the processes for ebook creation followed by a tutorial.

Original language	English
Place of Publication	London
Number of pages	32
Publication status	Published - Apr 2006

Keywords

ebooks
methodology
accessibility
file conversion
digital preservation

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