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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

Book digitized by Google from the library of the University of Michigan and uploaded to the Internet Archive by user tpb. · 509 pages ; 21 cm · Includes index · 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

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