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Non-Adhesive Binding volume 1

NON-ADHESIVE BINDING, BOOKS WITHOUT PASTE OR GLUE
Smith, Keith A.
Volume I. Book No. 128

- New York : Keith Smith Books (2011) - thick 8vo. - stiff paper wrappers - 351+(1) pages. - ISBN 0963768263 / Order Nr. 32473 - Price: $ 30.00

Revised and expanded edition. A practical manual which demonstrates basic as well as very elaborate bindings constructed without adhesives and requiring no presses or other heavy equipment. Smith approaches binding as an integral part of the overall statement of the book so that the physical design becomes an extension of the content. This edition contains 264 drawn illustrations and 123 photo reproductions by thirty-seven binders and book artists. Includes glossary and index.

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