Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH)

Library of Congress Subject Headings (LCSH) are standardized labels used by libraries to categorize and organize books and materials based on their topics. They provide a consistent way to describe content, making it easier for users to find all resources related to a particular subject across different collections. LCSH helps librarians catalog materials accurately and efficiently, ensuring that searches for specific topics yield comprehensive and relevant results. Think of them as a controlled vocabulary or a map that guides users to the information they seek, regardless of the library's size or location.