The Book Collector by Charles Nodier

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Author Nodier, Charles, 1780-1844
Author of introduction, etc. Hofer, Philip, 1898-1984
Illustrator Daumier, Honoré, 1808-1879
Translator Sessions, Barbara F.
LoC No. 78397658
Uniform Title L'amateur des livres. English
Title The Book Collector
Original Publication United States: Crimson Printing Company,1951.
Note Reading ease score: 62.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Book Collector" by Charles Nodier is an essay written in the early 19th century, reflecting the author's thoughts on the nature and type of book collectors. Serving as a passionate ode to bibliophiles, it discusses the distinction between different types of book collectors and their relationship with literature, wealth, and culture. The essay emphasizes the importance of the material aspects of books and their role in intellectual and artistic pursuits, revealing a deep nostalgia for the bibliophilic culture of the past. In this work, Nodier outlines the essence of bibliophiles as individuals deeply invested in the beauty and wisdom contained in books, contrasting them with bibliomaniacs, who hoard books indiscriminately. He explores the socio-cultural decline of bibliophiles, attributing this to the emergence of a capitalist mindset where the value of literature is diminished. Through a blend of historical anecdotes and personal reflections, the essay laments the fading appreciation for the fine art of collecting books, positioning it against the backdrop of societal changes in the 19th century that prioritize material wealth over intellectual richness. In this light, Nodier paints a portrait of a bygone era where book collecting was synonymous with cultural significance and individual satisfaction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Z: Bibliography, Library science
Subject Book collecting
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EBook-No. 66469
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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