ISBD (International Standard Bibliographic Description)

ISBD, or International Standard Bibliographic Description, is a set of rules used by libraries and information professionals worldwide to organize and present bibliographic information about books, journals, and other resources. Its purpose is to ensure consistency and clarity in how items are described and cataloged, making it easier for users to find and identify specific materials. ISBD creates a standardized format for listing details such as the author, title, publisher, date, and physical characteristics, facilitating international sharing and retrieval of bibliographic data across different libraries and systems.