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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333019075
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)
Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a guidebook for creating private libraries. It is written by an author experienced in managing and maintaining private libraries in grand country houses, and it draws on the author's many years of experience and offers advice on procuring, maintaining, and enjoying a personal collection of books. The book discusses the various types of books that collectors may seek out and the advantages and disadvantages of different types of editions, bindings, and formats. The author highlights the importance of understanding the nuances of book collecting and discusses the ways to identify rare and valuable books. The author also offers tips on maintaining and arranging one's collection, including preserving books from environmental damage and organizing shelves for easier access and use. Throughout the text, the author emphasizes the significance of books not just as possessions but as sources of knowledge, entertainment, and inspiration. 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 réf. du vendeur 9781333019075_0
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