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100 1 _aBuck, Mitchell S.
_q(Mitchell Starrett),
_d1887-1959
245 1 0 _aBook Repair and Restoration: A Manual of Practical Suggestions for Bibliophiles
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2010
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
_btxt
_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
_bcr
_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2010-04-21
508 _aWalt Farrell and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team
520 _a"Book Repair and Restoration: A Manual of Practical Suggestions for Bibliophiles" by Mitchell S. Buck is a practical guide focused on the art of book repair and restoration, likely written in the early 20th century. This manual offers bibliophiles valuable techniques and tips for maintaining their treasured books, ensuring that they can preserve both their physical condition and inherent value. The book is particularly relevant for those who appreciate the craft of bookbinding and wish to undertake restoration on their own. The opening portion of the book introduces the foreword and the first chapter, which provide insights into basic restoration methods for old and rare books. It emphasizes the importance of careful handling, diagnosing damage, and executing simple repairs such as cleaning bindings, collating pages, and mending tears. Buck also stresses the significance of preserving the original features that add to a book's history and value, warning against unwanted alterations that could detract from its charm. Through detailed instructions and practical advice, the author sets the stage for helping readers nurture their collections with care and respect. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBooks -- Conservation and restoration
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/32074
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