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ABC for Book Collectors (Hardcover)

by John Carter (Author), Nicolas Barker (Author)
4.4 out of 5 stars  (9 customer reviews)


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This seventh edition of John Carter's classic text contains in-depth descriptions of every aspect of antique and modern book collecting from A to Z. All terms are alphabetized for quick reference, including how to take care of pigskin, morocco, or Russian leather, how to tell japon vellum from India proof paper and how to determine "very good copy" in a collectible volume. For first edition collectors, Carter's definition of "follow the flag" explains the historical issues surrounding first and native first texts. The book's pages are charmingly labeled, showing you exactly where the half-title and tailpiece are located and what a printer's imprint page looks like.

Product Details
  • Hardcover: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Oak Knoll Press; 7th edition (April 1995)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1884718051
  • ISBN-13: 978-1884718052
  • Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 6.4 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  (9 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #728,971 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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