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Title:
Bookbinding, and the Care of Books
A Handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians
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Produced by Suzanne Shell, Irma Spehar and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Bookbinding, and the Care of Books" by Douglas Cockerell is a technical handbook written in the early 20th century. This manual is aimed at both amateur bookbinders and librarians, providing them with practical guidance on the art and craft of bookbinding along with the necessary care for books. It covers various aspects of the bookbinding process, from materials and techniques to proper maintenance practices for preserving books. The opening of the text sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of bookbinding, beginning with an introduction to its significance and foundational principles. Cockerell emphasizes the necessity of high-quality craftsmanship and materials, presenting a critique of modern binding practices that lead to premature decay of books in libraries. He expresses the intent of the manual as a vital resource for craftsmen, detailing the various methods and materials employed in bookbinding while aiming to instill a sense of responsibility for both the longevity and aesthetic qualities of books. The author's tone is informative and authoritative, geared toward enhancing the skill set of individuals in the field. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Cockerell, Douglas, 1870-1945
Editor: Lethaby, W. R. (William Richard), 1857-1931
Illustrator: Rooke, Noel, 1881-
EBook No.: 26672
Published: Sep 19, 2008
Downloads: 736
Language: English
Subject: Books -- Conservation and restoration
Subject: Bookbinding -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
LoCC: Bibliography, Library science
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Bookbinding, and the Care of Books
A Handbook for Amateurs, Bookbinders & Librarians
Credits:
Produced by Suzanne Shell, Irma Spehar and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Bookbinding, and the Care of Books" by Douglas Cockerell is a technical handbook written in the early 20th century. This manual is aimed at both amateur bookbinders and librarians, providing them with practical guidance on the art and craft of bookbinding along with the necessary care for books. It covers various aspects of the bookbinding process, from materials and techniques to proper maintenance practices for preserving books. The opening of the text sets the stage for a comprehensive exploration of bookbinding, beginning with an introduction to its significance and foundational principles. Cockerell emphasizes the necessity of high-quality craftsmanship and materials, presenting a critique of modern binding practices that lead to premature decay of books in libraries. He expresses the intent of the manual as a vital resource for craftsmen, detailing the various methods and materials employed in bookbinding while aiming to instill a sense of responsibility for both the longevity and aesthetic qualities of books. The author's tone is informative and authoritative, geared toward enhancing the skill set of individuals in the field. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 72.2 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Cockerell, Douglas, 1870-1945
Editor: Lethaby, W. R. (William Richard), 1857-1931
Illustrator: Rooke, Noel, 1881-
EBook No.: 26672
Published: Sep 19, 2008
Downloads: 736
Language: English
Subject: Books -- Conservation and restoration
Subject: Bookbinding -- Handbooks, manuals, etc.
LoCC: Bibliography, Library science
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.