Mitchell Starrett Buck
Book Repair and Restoration: A Manual of Practical Suggestions for Bibliophiles is a comprehensive guidebook written by Mitchell Starrett Buck and originally published in 1918. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in preserving and repairing old books, and provides detailed instructions and techniques for repairing damaged pages, spines, covers, and bindings. The book is divided into several parts, each of which covers a different aspect of book repair and restoration. Part One provides an overview of the tools and materials needed for book repair, as well as basic techniques for repairing damaged pages and spines. Part Two focuses on repairing covers and bindings, including instructions for rebacking and recasing books. Part Three of the book is devoted to the restoration of antique and rare books, and includes detailed instructions for repairing and preserving leather bindings, as well as tips for cleaning and restoring old paper. The book also includes a glossary of bookbinding terms and a list of suppliers for bookbinding materials.Overall, Book Repair and Restoration is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in preserving and restoring old books. Its practical suggestions and detailed instructions make it an essential guide for bibliophiles, book collectors, and anyone who wants to learn more about the art of bookbinding.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.
