The FRBR model is a conceptual framework developed by the International Federation of Library Associations (IFLA) to understand and organize bibliographic records in a way that supports users’ tasks and information needs.
📌 What is FRBR?
FRBR defines the relationships between bibliographic entities and aligns them with the four user tasks:
- Find – Locate a resource that meets the criteria
- Identify – Confirm it is the desired resource
- Select – Choose the most suitable version
- Obtain – Access the physical or digital copy
🧱 FRBR Group 1 Entities – WEMI Model
| Entity | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Work | Distinct intellectual/artistic creation | Shakespeare's Hamlet |
| Expression | Realization of a work (language, format) | Hindi translation of Hamlet |
| Manifestation | Physical embodiment of the expression | Penguin Books edition (2001) |
| Item | Single physical or digital copy | Your personal copy of the book |
👥 FRBR Group 2 Entities – Responsible Parties
- Person
- Corporate Body
📌 FRBR Group 3 Entities – Subject of Works
- Concept
- Object
- Event
- Place
📘 FRBR in Practice
- Forms the foundation of RDA (Resource Description and Access)
- Used in OPAC design for better user navigation
- Supports future-ready metadata frameworks like BIBFRAME
🧠 Tip for LIS Students
Remember WEMI for Group 1: Work → Expression → Manifestation → Item. Understanding this hierarchy is crucial for cataloguing, UGC NET, KVS, and DSSSB LIS exams.
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