The Craft of Bookbinding and cultural historians―but will intrigue

and cultural historians―but will intrigue anyone fascinated by the wide-ranging ideas

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Reprint of Käthe Kollwitz

The Craft of Bookbinding and cultural historians―but will intrigueMost book lovers are familiar with the frustration of having a treasured book fall apart from age or use or both. Now the solution is at hand in this modestly priced, step by step guide to the craft of hand bookbinding. With this book, you'll learn how to restore not only ailing hardcovers, but paperbacks, periodicals, and other materials as well. Profusely illustrated with over 250 photos and drawings by the author, the clear, concise text gives