Displaying 1 of 1 1991 Format: Book Author: Shep, R. L., 1933- Title: Cleaning, repairing and caring for books : a practical manual / by Robert L. Shep. Edition: Fourth revised and enlarged edition. Publisher, Date: [Place of publication not identified] : Richard Joseph Publishers, [1991] ©1991 Description: 148 pages : illustrations ; 21 cm illustration Subjects: Books -- Conservation and restoration -- Handbooks, manuals, etc. Notes: Includes index. "First published in the United States of America in 1980 under the title Cleaning and repairing books"--T.p. verso. 065105 ISBN: 1872699022 Other Number: 24457673 System Availability: 1 # System items in: 1 # Local items: 1 # Local items in: 1 Current Holds: 0 Place Request Add to My List Expand All | Collapse All Availability Large Cover Image Summary This is a practical manual that describes in simple, straightforward language how to clean dull, shabby books, remove spots and marks, carry out minor repairs, and maintain in good condition a book collection or small library. It is not a treatise on binding and repairing valuable old volumes, nor on the conservation of precious books and manuscripts: those are jobs for highly qualified craftsmen. Most books, however, (and perhaps especially those acquired second-hand) need the sort of attention and care that a skilful amateur can give. This book, which presumes no previous knowledge of the essential techniques, is an invaluable guide to what should be done and how to do it. Librarian's View Syndetics Unbound Displaying 1 of 1
