stiff paper wrappers
2012 · New York
by Smith, Keith A.
New York: Keith Smith Books, 2012. stiff paper wrappers. Bookbinding. thick 8vo. stiff paper wrappers. 351+(1) pages. Volume I. Book No. 128. Revised and expanded edition. A practical manual which demonstrates basic as well as very elaborate bindings constructed without adhesives and requiring no presses or other heavy equipment. Smith approaches binding as an integral part of the overall statement of the book so that the physical design becomes an extension of the content. This edition contains 264 drawn illustrations and 123 photo reproductions by thirty-seven binders and book artists. Includes glossary and index.
(Inventory #: 32473)