A Perfect Booke (1901)

By Walter Money

Book Overview

""A Perfect Booke"" is a book written by Walter Money and published in 1901. The book is a comprehensive guide to the art of bookbinding, covering everything from the history of bookbinding to the techniques and tools used in the craft. The book is divided into three parts. The first part covers the history of bookbinding, including the development of different styles and techniques over the centuries. The second part focuses on the practical aspects of bookbinding, including the materials and tools used, and the techniques for binding different types of books. The third part is a collection of examples of different styles of bookbinding, with detailed descriptions and illustrations.Throughout the book, Money emphasizes the importance of precision and attention to detail in bookbinding. He provides detailed instructions for each step of the process, from preparing the materials to finishing the book, and includes numerous illustrations to help readers understand the techniques.Overall, ""A Perfect Booke"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of bookbinding, whether as a hobby or a profession. Its comprehensive coverage and detailed instructions make it an essential reference for bookbinders of all levels of experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120125804
• ISBN13: 9781120125804
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 146 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 7.5" x 9.3"