Antiquarian Books

Antiquarian Books
Author: Philippa Bernard
Publisher:
Total Pages: 488
Release: 1994
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

This companion sets out to provide essential information required by those who sell secondhand books and also by those who buy them. There are 450 entries which include explanations of the technical terms used in the description of books. Printing, illustration and binding are all covered.

The Care of Fine Books

The Care of Fine Books
Author: Jane Greenfield
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2014-06-03
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 1629140481

The Care of Fine Books is a thorough, readable guide to caring for books of value. From a discussion of the various techniques and materials used in bookbinding to advice on handling and storage, Jane Greenfield has created a succinct yet complete resource for anyone who wants to preserve and protect their fine books. Whether you are a collector, a librarian, or a conservation professional, you will benefit from this expert advice. Learn about appropriate levels of light, temperature, relative humidity, and pollution; how to secure a collection against fire, insect infestation, flood, and theft; and methods for cleaning and repairing books that have already been damaged. Always practical and amply illustrated, this is a must-have reference for anyone who loves fine books.

Book Finds, 3rd Edition

Book Finds, 3rd Edition
Author: Ian C. Ellis
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 340
Release: 2006-03-07
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN: 9780399532382

For the experienced collector or someone embarking on a new hobby, this newly revised and updated edition of Book Finds reveals the secrets of locating rare and valuable books. Includes information on first editions and reader's copies, auctions and catalogs, avoiding costly and common beginner mistakes, strategies of professional "book scouts," and buying and selling on the Internet.

A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume Three

A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume Three
Author: Thomas Frognall Dibdin
Publisher: Good Press
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2019-12-04
Genre: Travel
ISBN:

Embark on a journey through France, Austria, and Germany in the 19th century with Thomas Frognall Dibdin's 'A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume Three'. Written in an epistolary style, this travelog offers a unique glimpse into the author's experiences as he visits various destinations, including Strasbourg, Stuttgart, Augsbourg, Munich, Salzburg, and Vienna. Dibdin takes readers on a tour of libraries, palaces, picture galleries, and monasteries, providing detailed descriptions of the architecture, population, trade, and arts of each location. With a focus on book acquisitions, illuminated manuscripts, and early printed books, 'A Bibliographical, Antiquarian and Picturesque Tour in France and Germany, Volume Three' is a must-read for book lovers, history buffs, and anyone interested in the culture and society of 19th century Europe.