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100 1 _aHarper, Henry Howard,
_d1871-1953
245 1 0 _aBook-Lovers, Bibliomaniacs and Book Clubs
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2007
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2007-09-15
508 _aProduced by Suzanne Lybarger, Christine D. and the booksmiths at http://www.eBookForge.net
520 _a"Book-Lovers, Bibliomaniacs and Book Clubs" by Henry Howard Harper is a reflective essay penned in the early 20th century. This book is essentially a study of the passion for book-collecting, the various types of collectors, and the social phenomenon of book clubs. Through his insights, Harper explores the reasons behind the allure of books and the nuances that distinguish bibliophiles from bibliomaniacs. The text delves into the shared enthusiasm for literature and the nuances of collecting books, encouraging readers to appreciate the aesthetics of fine editions while maintaining a rational approach to acquisition. Harper presents bibliomania humorously and poignantly, describing how individuals—both men and women—navigate their obsessions with book collecting, highlighting the evolution of societal attitudes towards the pastime. A significant portion of the book discusses the role of book clubs in promoting the fine arts of bookmaking and how these clubs foster a community of enthusiasts. Ultimately, the work serves as a guide to understanding the culture surrounding books, emphasizing the joy and fulfillment they bring to their admirers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBook collecting
653 _aBibliomania
653 _aBook clubs (Bookselling)
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/22605
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