02299cam a22003133u 4500 38387 UtSlPG 20260610133857.0 m cr n 260607r2011||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d 16014369 UtSlPG en iso639-1 Z Bailey, Arthur Low, 1867-1940 Library Bookbinding Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2011 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2011-12-22 Produced by Hazel Batey and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Library Bookbinding" by Arthur L. Bailey is a guidebook on the technical aspects of bookbinding specifically for libraries, written in the early 20th century. This comprehensive text provides essential information on binding processes, materials, and practical guidelines tailored for librarians and those handling binding departments. The book aims to enhance knowledge and improve efficiency in library bookbinding, highlighting the importance of strong, durable bindings suited for various types of books. The opening of the book discusses the significance of bookbinding in libraries, emphasizing the financial implications involved in binding costs and the need for librarians to make informed decisions about binding materials and processes. Bailey explores the varying usage needs of different books, advocating for a careful approach to binding that aligns with each book's anticipated wear and tear. Key points from this introduction include the classification of binding types, the importance of adapting binding techniques to specific library contexts, and the necessity for librarians to possess a solid understanding of binding to ensure cost-effectiveness and durability in their collections. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Bookbinding https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/38387 79226 79226