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ABC of Bookbinding: An Illustrated Glossary of Terms for Collectors and Conservators

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There are several sections in this book including a glossary, an evolution of bookbinding styles, descriptions of historical bookbinding (time and place) and information about actual bookbinders through history.

Jane Greenfield provides a comprehensive glossary for anyone interested in bookbinding. Her small illustrations capture and describe the terminology beautifully.

Not designed as a primary resource, the sections about specific historical periods are overviews. Other books will provide more in-depth information.

This book is a wealth of information not only for collector and conservators but also for bookbinders and book artists. The glossary of bookbinding terms is a concise and informative valuable reference. As a bookbinding instructor, I appreciate being able to refer to the book for quick and accurate information. I also appreciate the glossary of bookbinding's structural evolution. It helps give anyone interested in the structure of the book the "big picture." Modern bookbinders are well-served when they have an understanding of the historic predecessors to their work. For collectors the glossary of binders, designers and styles of decoration and the index of binder's identification each offers a broad, well-researched go-to resource. The pen drawn illustrations throughout the book are very helpful.

As a respected teacher, bookbinder, and noted professional, Jane Greenfield is a trusted source for valuable information to whom any person who is deeply interested in books can turn to.