What an ISBN is?
What an ISBN Is
An ISBN (International Standard Book Number) is a 13-digit unique identifier assigned to a specific book edition and format. It allows bookstores, libraries, distributors, and retailers to identify and track the book in their systems.
Governing standard: ISO 2108 – International Standard Book Number
Official reference: International ISBN Agency
Source: International ISBN Agency – https://www.isbn-international.org/content/what-isbn⁠�
Who Issues ISBNs in the United States
In the United States, ISBNs are issued by:
Bowker
Bowker operates the official registration system called MyIdentifiers.
Official registration site:
Source: ISBN.org (operated by Bowker) – https://www.isbn.org⁠�
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