The Hand-Book of Taste in Book-Binding (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Churton, Edward

9781330775509: The Hand-Book of Taste in Book-Binding (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 : 1330775503 ISBN 13 : 9781330775509

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Explore the history and craft of book binding from antiquity to modern practice.

This concise guide traces how ornament, style, and technique shape books across eras. It covers Egyptian, Grecian, Roman, Gothic, and modern bindings, explaining the principles that governed decoration and structure. With practical notes on materials, color, and proportion, it helps readers understand how taste informs every binding choice without revealing the entire book’s plot.

Readers will discover how printers, binders, and illuminators collaborated to create durable, beautiful volumes. The text blends historical overview with hands‑on guidance, offering a clear sense of how binding ideas evolved in response to culture and technology.

How different eras influenced patterns, borders, and panels
Guidelines for choosing appropriate ornamentation by period
Observations on materials, colors, and the relationship between cover and content
Practical notes for modern binding that respects historical styles

Ideal for readers of book history, binding enthusiasts, and anyone curious about how form meets function in the care of old and new volumes.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330775503
ISBN 13: 9781330775509
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Nombre de pages: 35
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The Hand-Book of Taste in Book-Binding (Classic Reprint)

Edward Churton

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1330775503 ISBN 13 : 9781330775509

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book presents detailed insights into the fascinating world of bookbinding. It begins by summarizing the history of bookbinding, providing context on the use of materials like stone and papyrus before discussing the shift towards the codex format. The author then explores the various techniques used for binding books, elaborating on the differences between common materials like morocco, Russia, and calf leather, as well as less common materials like silk and velvet. The text guides readers towards a discerning evaluation of bookbinding quality by emphasizing elements like flexibility, precision, and craftsmanship. Next, the author offers advice on selecting appropriate decorative patterns for bookbinding. They discuss how architectural styles and historical motifs can be incorporated into bookbinding designs, such as using lotus flowers, reeds, and geometric patterns for Egyptian-themed books or employing Ionic volutes for Greek-inspired bindings. The author encourages readers to consider the harmony between the book's content and its binding style, suggesting that religious texts might be bound with minimal ornamentation while poetry and fiction could be bound with more elaborate designs. The book concludes with practical tips on caring for books, including the importance of allowing the ink to set before binding to prevent smudging and the need to avoid placing excessive weight on bound books to maintain their structural integrity. This comprehensive guide provides valuable insights into the art of bookbinding, empowering readers to make informed decisions about preserving and enhancing their book collections. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330775509_0

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