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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is an almanack written in the mid-18th century, and offers a firsthand glimpse into the historical profession of librarianship through the voice of a sagacious librarian of the time. With a depth of experience and learning, the author conveys a deep and abiding love for books and a penetrating critique of the shortcomings of those who would seek to interact with them. The librarian's insights into the human condition extend far beyond his profession, providing an illuminating window into the habits and proclivities of those who would presume to come into contact with these literary treasures. Many of the frustrations and challenges faced by librarians today were present then, such as the need to constantly protect books from theft and mishandling, and the ceaseless struggle to keep up with the daily tasks of maintaining and cataloging a growing collection of literary works. The author's contemplations on the human condition contain lessons and wisdom that transcend time: that books hold the secrets of the world's collective wisdom, and that those who would truly appreciate them must tread lightly and approach them with reverence and respect. 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 9781333116705_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333116705
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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-9781333116705
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)