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LoC No.: 04014899

Title: Book-Lovers, Bibliomaniacs and Book Clubs

Note: Reading ease score: 50.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Suzanne Lybarger, Christine D. and the
booksmiths at http: //www.eBookForge.net

Summary: "Book-Lovers, Bibliomaniacs and Book Clubs" by Henry Howard Harper is a reflective essay penned in the early 20th century. This book is essentially a study of the passion for book-collecting, the various types of collectors, and the social phenomenon of book clubs. Through his insights, Harper explores the reasons behind the allure of books and the nuances that distinguish bibliophiles from bibliomaniacs. The text delves into the shared enthusiasm for literature and the nuances of collecting books, encouraging readers to appreciate the aesthetics of fine editions while maintaining a rational approach to acquisition. Harper presents bibliomania humorously and poignantly, describing how individuals—both men and women—navigate their obsessions with book collecting, highlighting the evolution of societal attitudes towards the pastime. A significant portion of the book discusses the role of book clubs in promoting the fine arts of bookmaking and how these clubs foster a community of enthusiasts. Ultimately, the work serves as a guide to understanding the culture surrounding books, emphasizing the joy and fulfillment they bring to their admirers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Harper, Henry Howard, 1871-1953

EBook No.: 22605

Published: Sep 15, 2007

Downloads: 172

Language: English

Subject: Book collecting

Subject: Bibliomania

Subject: Book clubs (Bookselling)

LoCC: Bibliography, Library science

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

This edition has images.

LoC No.: 04014899

Title: Book-Lovers, Bibliomaniacs and Book Clubs

Note: Reading ease score: 50.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Credits: Produced by Suzanne Lybarger, Christine D. and the
booksmiths at http: //www.eBookForge.net

Summary: "Book-Lovers, Bibliomaniacs and Book Clubs" by Henry Howard Harper is a reflective essay penned in the early 20th century. This book is essentially a study of the passion for book-collecting, the various types of collectors, and the social phenomenon of book clubs. Through his insights, Harper explores the reasons behind the allure of books and the nuances that distinguish bibliophiles from bibliomaniacs. The text delves into the shared enthusiasm for literature and the nuances of collecting books, encouraging readers to appreciate the aesthetics of fine editions while maintaining a rational approach to acquisition. Harper presents bibliomania humorously and poignantly, describing how individuals—both men and women—navigate their obsessions with book collecting, highlighting the evolution of societal attitudes towards the pastime. A significant portion of the book discusses the role of book clubs in promoting the fine arts of bookmaking and how these clubs foster a community of enthusiasts. Ultimately, the work serves as a guide to understanding the culture surrounding books, emphasizing the joy and fulfillment they bring to their admirers. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Harper, Henry Howard, 1871-1953

EBook No.: 22605

Published: Sep 15, 2007

Downloads: 172

Language: English

Subject: Book collecting

Subject: Bibliomania

Subject: Book clubs (Bookselling)

LoCC: Bibliography, Library science

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.