Dlb 140: American Book Collectors and Bibliographers, First Series

by Joseph Rosenblum

For centuries, lovers of books have sought first editions of written works as a means of capturing the essence of the author. Many bibliophiles contend that with each reprint of a book the reader is that much further away from what the author intended. Whether driven by a passion for books, increased bibliographic knowledge or motivated by money, bibliophiles rescue from disposal unappreciated works, uncover forgotten treasures and contribute to...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0810353997
• ISBN13: 9780810353992
• Release Date: May 1994
• Publisher: Gale Cengage
• Length: 408 Pages
• Weight: 2.75 lbs.