B-year

A B-year is an alternative way of referencing the year a book or document was published, using the birth year (B-year) of the author or creator as a labeling system. For example, if an author's birth year is 1975, their works published around that time might be associated with the B-year 1975. This method helps in organizing and identifying works related to a particular individual based on their life timeline, especially in historical or archival contexts. Essentially, it links the publication or activity timeframe to the person’s lifespan, providing a useful reference point for research and classification.