The care of fine books
By: Jane Greenfield ; foreword by Nicholas A. Basbanes ; afterword by Nick Lyons
Edition: Second edition.
Published: 2014
Language: eng
Number of pages: 156
ISBN-13: 9781628737936
Subjects: Conservation and restoration; Books; Fine books; Private press books
Description: 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 discover 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.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 149-152) and index.
Table of contents: title: The nature of books; title: The storage of books; title: The handling of books; title: Travel, display, and collecting; title: Materials and suppliers.