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100	1		_aNankivell, Edward J. _q(Edward James), _d1848-1909
245	1	0	_aStamp Collecting as a Pastime
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2006
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
490	1		_aStanley Gibbons Philatelic Handbooks
500			_aRelease date is 2006-04-18
508			_aProduced by Malcolm Farmer, Sankar Viswanathan, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"Stamp Collecting as a Pastime" by Edward J. Nankivell is a guide on the hobby of stamp collecting, written in the early 20th century. The book explores the multifaceted appeal, social connections, and historical significance of collecting postage stamps, emphasizing why it has continuously captivated enthusiasts across all walks of life. The opening of the text sets the stage by addressing the common misconceptions and amazement surrounding the world of stamp collecting. Nankivell points out that what might seem like a trivial pursuit to some is, in fact, a complex and engaging activity that provides mental stimulation and relaxation for many. He highlights the hobby's ability to foster connections among collectors globally and affirms its educational and recreational value as a pastime that merges study and enjoyment. Through this introduction, readers are invited to appreciate the depth and richness associated with the seemingly simple act of collecting stamps. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aStamp collecting
830		0	_aStanley Gibbons Philatelic Handbooks
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/18204
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