The resource being cataloging has this manifestation:
Dr. Snoopy's advice to pet owners / by Dr. Snoopy ; illustrations by
Charles M. Schulz.
The author of it is clearly stated in both the title and the statement of
responsibility as Dr. Snoopy. This is the usage that we have to work
with. In RDA, it matters not that Dr. Snoopy is fictitious:
9.0 Purpose and scope.
Persons include fictitious entities.
Given the usage that we have, we then apply the instructions in RDA.
9.2.2.1 The preferred name for the person is the name or form of name
chosen as the basis for the authorized access point representing that
person.
9.2.2.2 Determine the preferred name for a person from the following
sources (in order of preference):
a) the preferred sources of information (see 2.2.2 rdalink) in resources
associated with the person
b) other formal statements appearing in resources associated with the
person
c) other sources (including reference sources).
9.2.2.3 In general, choose the name by which the person is commonly known
as the preferred name for that person. The name chosen may be the persons
real name, pseudonym, title of nobility, nickname, initials, or other
appellation.
The appellation for this person is "Dr. Snoopy". Now you have to figure
out which of the following instructions in RDA apply, 9.2.2.9.3, 9.2.2.18,
9.2.2.22, or 9.2.2.23:
9.2.2.9.3 Persons Known by a Surname Only
If the name by which a person is known consists of a surname only, treat
the word or phrase associated with the name in resources associated with
the person or in reference sources as an integral part of the name.
Deidier, abbe
Read, Miss
Seuss, Dr.
Nichols, Grandma
9.2.2.18 General Guidelines on Recording Names Containing Neither a
Surname nor a Title of Nobility
Record a name that does not include a surname and that is borne by a
person who is not identified by a title of nobility applying the general
guidelines on recording names given under 8.5.
Charles
Nelly
Riverbend
Record as the first element the part of the name under which the person is
listed in reference sources. In case of doubt, record the last part of the
name as the first element, applying the instructions given under
9.2.2.9.2.
Include as an integral part of the name any words or phrases denoting
place of origin, domicile, occupation, or other characteristics that are
commonly associated with the name in resources associated with the person
or in reference sources. Precede such words or phrases by a comma.
Paul, the Deacon
Eric, the Red
Rafa, el Tuerto
Judah, ha-Levi
Chayim, the Priest, of Hebron
Iolo, Goch
Feofan, Grek
9.2.2.22 General Guidelines on Recording Names Consisting of a Phrase
Record a name consisting of:
a) a phrase or appellation that does not contain a forename
or
b) a phrase that consists of a forename or forenames preceded by words
other than a term of address or a title of position or office
applying the general guidelines on recording names given under 8.5.
Record the name in direct order.
Dr. X
Mother Hen
Every Other Dad
Sister Friend
Poor Old No. 3
Buckskin Bill
Boy George
Little Richard
Miss Piggy
Happy Harry
Special Ed
D.J. Jazzy Jeff
9.2.2.23 Phrase Consisting of a Forename or Forenames Preceded by a Term
of Address, Etc.
Record a phrase consisting of a forename preceded by a term of address
(e.g., a word indicating relationship) or a title of position or office
(e.g., a professional appellation) applying the general guidelines on
recording names given under 8.5.
Record the forename as the first element. Record words or phrases denoting
place of origin, domicile, occupation, or other characteristics that are
commonly associated with the name applying the instructions given under
9.2.2.18.
Jemima, Aunt
Claire, Tante
Sam, Cousin
Fez, Uncle
Robert, Chef
Vittoria, Signora
I believe that "Snoopy" is a forename rather than a surname. I would
assert that "Dr." is a term of address (specifically, a professional
title).* Therefore, I believe that 9.2.2.22b) is excluded and that
9.2.2.23 applies and the name would be recorded as Snoopy, Dr. (authorized
access point in MARC 21: 100 0_ $a Snoopy, $c Dr.). The abbreviated form
is used because that is what the person uses in his name.
* "The American system of address is generally described as a choice
between first names and Mr./Mrs./Miss/Ms. with last names. In a job
situation, occupational titles such as doctor and professor, are also
possible." -- Appropriateness in Terms of Address,
http://exchanges.state.gov/media/oelp/teaching-pragmatics/takenoya-revised.pdf
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University of Washington Libraries
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Seattle, WA 98195-2900
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On Tue, 26 Apr 2011, Deborah Tomares wrote:
I'm wondering where to send questions about RDA examples that I believe
need changing.
Under 19.2.1.3 (Recording Creators), in the Examples of "Two or More
Persons, Families, or Corporate Bodies Responsible for the Creation of the
Work Performing Different Roles" we find "Snoopy, Dr." listed as the author
of a work, with Charles Schulz as the illustrator. The Snoopy choice is
suspect to me for various reasons. Leaving aside the philosophical problems
of creating "person" entries for fictitious characters, my problems are
twofold.
First, I've read that "Dr." will no longer be allowed, under RDA, to
disambiguate headings. So perhaps the heading should be "Snoopy, Doctor".
Except that--as a second consideration--if we're going to go ahead and
create a record for Snoopy, wouldn't it make more sense to create a generic
one? That way, if we have a military manual by Captain Snoopy later, or a
philosophical treatise by Professor Snoopy, we won't need to create new
Snoopy headings, or be forced to use the "Dr." one everywhere. Particularly
since a fictitious character can't actually BE a doctor, etc., it seems
foolish to qualify things this way. And if these will be replacing subject
headings, as the LCPS for RDA 9.0 seems to imply, it would behoove us to
make the headings as generic as possible, so that books about Snoopy don't
have to be about "Snoopy, Dr."
So, I would suggest the entry by changed to simply "Snoopy", as I doubt
there is an authority conflict. Who do I need to send my arguments to?
Thanks in advance for information and help, or for alternate opinions if
there are any.
Deborah Tomaras, NACO Coordinator
Librarian II
Western European Languages Team
New York Public Library
Library Services Center
31-11 Thomson Ave.
Long Island City, N.Y. 11101
(917) 229-9561
dtoma...@nypl.org
Disclaimer: Alas, my ideas are merely my own, and not indicative of New
York Public Library policy.,
