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THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS IN PERSPECTIVE, A VOLUME BASED ON THE REPORTS OF THE 1976 LIBRARIAN'S TASK FORCE AND ADVISORY GROUPS.
Cole, John Y. (editor)
First edition. History followed by 8 chapters on various aspects of the library.
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THE ART AND PRACTICE OF ETCHING; WITH DIRECTIONS FOR OTHE...
by Alken, Henry
First edition (Bridson & Wakeman B17 - for second edition of 1851). A treatise on the technique of etching by one of Britain's greatest ever sporting artists. An avid sportsman himself, Alken specialized in depicting hunting, coaching, racing, shooting and fishing scenes. British sporting periodicals frequently carried his illustrations. In this book, he distills some forty years of experience of both practicing and teaching his art into an excellent practical manual on his techniques. Engraved plates by Alken. With the bookplate of Gavin Bridson. Inside hinges cracked. Rebacked with new cloth and with a modern paper spine label. Ink ownership inscription at top of title page.
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