Amen to that, Brian, but most collectors have just been keen amateurs with no folklore or field studies training, and little time, and basic equipment. It's only when it's too late, having sat down to study this material, that we realise what we should have done.

Thanks, Steve.
I've just ordered a copy of MD&R from a Florida shop via Alibris. I was so anxious to get a copy I forgot to consider the possibility that the text might be online.

Dave,
Another good reason to respect RW.