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A book for all readers : designed as an aid to the collection, use, and preservation of books, and the formation of public and private libraries

Ainsworth Rand Spofford (Author)
Print Book, English, 1900
G.P. Putnam's Sons, New York & London, 1900
Handbook
509 pages ; 21 cm
2782800
The choice of books
Book buying
The art of book binding
Preparation for the shelves : book plates, &c
The enemies of books
Restoration and reclamation of books
Pamphlet literature
Periodical literature
The art of reading
Aids to readers
Access to library shelves
The faculty of memory
Qualifications of librarians
Some of the uses of libraries
The history of libraries
Library buildings and furnishings
Library mangers or trustees
Library regulations
Library reports and advertising
The formation of libraries
Classification
Catalogues
Copyright and libraries
Poetry of the library
Humors of the library
Rare books
Bibliography
Includes index