This directory aims to provide a comprehensive listing of World Wide Web resources available in 1997, serving as a guide for users navigating the burgeoning internet landscape. Authored by staff from New Riders Development Group, the book compiles information from various contributors to catalog websites, online services, and related digital content. Its primary argument is that a structured and curated directory is essential for effectively utilizing the vast and rapidly expanding World Wide Web.

This directory likely served as a valuable resource for individuals seeking to navigate the early World Wide Web, offering a curated selection of sites in an era before sophisticated search engines dominated. Its value would have been in its attempt to organize the chaotic early internet, providing a structured entry point for users. As a product of its time, its relevance would have diminished with the rapid evolution of web technologies and search capabilities.