The Art of Bookbinding

Author: Joseph W. Zaehnsdorf

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This handbook explains the art of bookbinding and simultaneously reminds us what a complex technology is to make books! Zaehnsdorf, bookbinder and son of a bookbinder, made this second edition of his book to enlighten amateurs and tradesmen alike. The whole process of binding a book and the required equipment are carefully explained to the reader. (Summary by kathrinee)

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Preface to the Second Edition and IntroductionFoldingBeating and RollingCollatingMarking Up and Sawing InSewingForwarding and Pasting UpPutting on the End Papers and TrimmingGlueing Up, Rounding, and BackingMill-BoardsDrawing-In and Pressing, and CuttingColouring the EdgesGilt EdgesHead-BandingPreparing for CoveringCoveringPasting DownCalf ColouringFinishing, Part 1Finishing, Part 2Finishing, Part 3Finishing, Part 4Washing and Cleaning, Part 1Washing and Cleaning, Part 2Glossary

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