Book Collecting: A Guide for Amateurs by J. Herbert Slater
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| Author | Slater, J. Herbert (John Herbert), 1854-1921 |
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| LoC No. | 05026833 |
| Title | Book Collecting: A Guide for Amateurs |
| Note | Reading ease score: 67.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Book Collecting: A Guide for Amateurs" by J. Herbert Slater is a practical guide about the art and science of book collecting, written in the late 19th century. This guide serves as an essential resource for amateur bibliophiles, delving into the history of books, the processes involved in collecting, and the significance of various bibliographical terms and practices. The book likely covers topics such as understanding rare books, assessing their value, and tips for successful collecting. The opening of the book provides a historical overview of book collection, beginning with ancient manuscripts and the early libraries of Egypt and Greece, such as the famous library at Alexandria. Slater introduces the concept of the bibliophile and explains the evolution of the book from ancient times to the age of printing, highlighting key figures, events, and methods that shaped bibliophilia. He discusses how the invention of the printing press transformed accessibility to books, leading to a flourishing of collecting practices, and emphasizes the need for collectors to be discerning and knowledgeable in their pursuits. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Book collecting |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38345 |
| Release Date | Dec 19, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 40 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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