The library
Lang, Andrew1892
Books, Manuscripts
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Contains information on the acquisition and collecting of books detailing its history and merits. Discusses the role of libraries in collecting, preserving, and the necessity of cataloguing. A history of the printed volume detailing how to spot different bindings, first editions, and various catalogues. The final chapter details a discussion on the history of book illustration with notable examples. This edition contains a preface.
Main title:
The library / Andrew Lang ; Austin Dobson
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Edition:
Second Edition.
Imprint:
London : MacMillan & Co., 1892
Collation:
xxi, 192p. : ill., ; 19 cm.
Contents:
An apology for the book-hunterThe libraryThe books of the collectorIllustrated books.
Dewey class:
090
Language:
English
BRN:
3450718