Behind My Library Door (Classic Reprint): Some Chapters on Authors, Books and Miniatures - Couverture souple

Williamson, G. C.

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1330764315 ISBN 13 : 9781330764312

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Behind My Library Door offers intimate glimpses into the world of books, authors, and collectors.

This collection of personal essays weaves together memories, interviews, and firsthand observations about the life of books and the people who shape them. Delve into tales of Ouida, Pierpont Morgan, Swinburne, and others, told with warmth, wit, and a collector’s eye for detail.

The author shares vivid scenes from interviews and travels, revealing how books travel beyond pages to become cherished mementos, prized catalogues, and pieces of living history. You’ll encounter anecdotes about publishing, book design, correspondence, and the surprising ways literary life intersects with everyday moments.

• Personal anecdotes from encounters with famous writers and collectors
• Reflections on publishing, catalogues, and the distribution of rare works
• Behind-the-scenes moments that illuminate the life of books
• Observations on the relationship between people, pets, and their libraries

Ideal for readers who love literary history, book collecting, and intimate, human-scale portraits of authors and their worlds.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Forgotten Books
• Date d'édition: 2018
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1330764315
• ISBN 13: 9781330764312
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 221
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