Yakov Shrayberg’s bibliofuturological activities. <i>A dithyramb to his birthday</i>

The author reviews Dr. Y. Shrayberg’s activities since his entering the State Public Library for Science and Technology of the USSR in 1978. He argues that every side of Dr. Shrayberg’s personality is linked to bibliofuturology. His multifacet works are characterized as bibliofuturological, which is proved by numerous publications, and, in particular, by his annual reports to Crimea international conferences and forums, his pedagogical experience and efforts on organizing international conferences and building professional associations.