Notes on the history of the journal Könyv, Könyvtár, Könyvtáros (Books, Libraries, Librar-ians), 2000–2016

Abstract

The former chief editor (2004-2016) of the monthly journal Könyv, Könyvtár, Könyvtáros (abbreviated as 3K) remembers his career. 3K started in 1992, replacing the former Könyvtáros, at a time when the traditional functions of the printed press started to change. The use of computers spread in Hungary as well, and both the production of journals and the collection of professional information was increasingly transferred to the electronic environment. During the paradigm change the character of 3K was identified as theoretical, and 3K chose a profile to publish essays and disseminate scientific knowledge in a high quality. Its subjects were universal, because 3K dealt with a variety of fringe subjects, too, in addition to library science. The difficulties in this period included continuous adaptation to the changes in financing and the efforts required to provide electronic access. The journal appears regularly today, and its editorial concept – to create a harmony between the past and the future, to inform readers about both professional tradition and novelties, and to provide a forum for younger and more experienced colleagues in various fields and professional areas – has remained timely even after 20 years.