Deaccessioning museum objects is refreshingly grounded in a well-balanced discussion of practice and theory. Jennifer Durrant presents the often-knotty issue of disposal from museum collections with great clarity and insight. It should be a key reference for museum professionals. Professor Alice Stevenson, UCL Institute of Archaeology I confidently recommend this book. Jennifer Durrant explores complex issues surrounding the management of museum collections in a clear and practical way, making the subject much easier to understand. She provides a strong ethical narrative, supported by comprehensive case studies. Professor Janet Ulph, University of Leicester This is an innovative and theoretically sophisticated account of disposal. Durrant unpicks past and present practices to offer new sector-focused recommendations for transparent communication.

Pushing forward wider discussion of this crucial element of collections management, it is essential reading for students, scholars, and practitioners. Dr Jennie Morgan, University of Stirling Durrant ably integrates, and advocates for, combined attention to values, ethics, creativity and transparency of disposal. Deaccessioning museum objects offers innovative approaches for museums small and large, of any genre, seeking to serve their audiences in responsible, sustainable, and engaged ways. Cara Krmpotich, Professor, Museum Studies, Faculty of Information, University of Toronto Dr Durrant's work on museums, collecting and ethics is always thoughtful and practical and this book will be as much use in the curatorial office as in the university library. Michael Terwey, Director of Public Engagement & Research, National Trust for Scotland and Chair of the Museum Association's Ethics Committee. A must read for anyone working in this area. One highlight is the acknowledgement of people, in what has been long thought of as an object process. Durrant advocates working sensitively with communities to maintain trust, and articulates the emotional impact of disposal on the workforce.

Tamsin Russell, Museums Association.