Book Collecting: A Guide For Amateurs (1892)

""Book Collecting: A Guide For Amateurs"" is a comprehensive guidebook written by John Herbert Slater and originally published in 1892. The book is intended for those who are new to the world of book collecting and provides a wealth of information on the subject. The book covers a range of topics including the history of book collecting, the different types of books that are collected, and the various methods used to acquire them. It also includes tips on how to care for and preserve a book collection, as well as advice on how to identify and value rare books. Slater draws on his own extensive experience as a book collector to provide readers with practical advice and insight into the world of book collecting. He also includes a glossary of terms commonly used in the book collecting community, as well as a list of recommended resources for further reading. Overall, ""Book Collecting: A Guide For Amateurs"" is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in starting a book collection or looking to expand their knowledge of the subject. It is a timeless classic that remains relevant and informative to this day.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.