Examining the art of displaying books effectively, this book offers advice on organizing and caring for books, looking at the collections of 40 well-known booklovers, including Loren and Frances Rothschild, the Duke of Devonshire, Jack Lenor Larsen, Roger Rosenblatt, Keith Richards, Paul Getty, Jean Stein and Bill Blass. Each room has been photographed especially for this book, providing a visual reference for anyone seeking ideas for creating their own personal library. The book also contains hints on how to start a collection, and information on bookbinders, dealers, fairs, shops, conservationists, lighting and furniture.
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Höhe: 303 mm
Breite: 230 mm
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978-0-500-01684-8 (9780500016848)
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Schweitzer Klassifikation
Country house libraries; designer bookrooms; the art of the bookshelf; library lighting and furniture; how to organize your library; how to start a collection; bookbinders and restorers; booktown - Hay-on-Wye.
