The Private Library by Arthur Lee Humphreys
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"The Private Library" by Arthur Lee Humphreys is a practical guide written in the early 20th century. The book provides insights into the organization, care, and appreciation of private book collections, with an emphasis on their decorative and functional qualities. Humphreys draws on his extensive experience inspecting libraries in country houses, critiquing the often-chaotic state of book collections and advocating for a more attentive stewardship of one's library. At the start of
the book, the author discusses the purpose of creating a private library that serves both practical and aesthetic roles. He expresses concern over the lack of attention given to books in many households, comparing the enjoyment and importance of books to that of other possessions. Humphreys sets the tone for the guide by highlighting the need for better care, organization, and appreciation of books, urging readers to consider how to enrich their literary spaces and the importance of understanding the value of each volume in their collection. This opening effectively lays the groundwork for the detailed discussions that follow on issues ranging from bookbinding to the intrinsic value of library spaces. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Humphreys, Arthur Lee, 1865-1946 |
|---|---|
| Title |
The Private Library What We Do Know, What We Don't Know, What We Ought to Know About Our Books |
| Credits |
Produced by Suzanne Lybarger and the Booksmiths at www.eBookForge.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Book collecting |
| Subject | Private libraries |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 28174 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-28174-2 |
| Release Date | Feb 24, 2009 |
| Last Update | Mar 17, 2011 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 818 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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