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100	1		_aHardy, William John, _d1857-1919
245	1	0	_aBook-Plates
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2012
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2012-10-22
508			_aProduced by Chris Curnow, Emmy and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net
520			_a"Book-Plates" by W. J. Hardy is a treatise on the history and significance of book-plate collecting, written in the late 19th century. The book examines the evolution of book-plates from their introduction to modern examples, emphasizing their artistic and collectible value. Hardy addresses the moral concerns regarding book-plate collecting and provides insights into the various styles and historical context surrounding these owner's marks in books. The opening of "Book-Plates" begins with the author justifying the practice of collecting book-plates as a respectable and reasonable hobby, countering any accusations of immorality associated with it. Hardy reflects on his long-standing interest in this subject and highlights the growing number of collectors and enthusiasts in the field. He discusses the development of book-plate collecting in England, noting a lack of earlier works on the topic before the 1880s, and emphasizes the importance of proper treatment and arrangement for those who engage in this pursuit. The preface sets a scholarly yet personal tone, promising a mix of historical analysis and practical advice for collectors. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBookplates
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41142
999			_c81981 _d81981