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Notes on Bookbinding for Libraries

By John Cotton Dana
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A practical guide for librarians on selecting, caring for, and improving library bindings, offering recommendations to extend the life of books and reduce long‑term costs. It surveys the binding process, materials such as leather and paper, and methods for repair, rebinding, lettering, and handling pamphlets and periodicals. The text emphasizes early rebinding of frequently used volumes, buying durable bindings from sheets, and keeping careful records and statistics to evaluate results. Illustrations, lists of tools, makers, and technical terms accompany procedural advice and sample practices used in a municipal bindery to help librarians judge workmanship and organize binding programs.

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John Cotton Dana

John Cotton Dana was an influential American librarian and educator known for his contributions to library science in the early 20th century. He advocated for the importance of libraries in community life and was a pioneer in promoting public access to information. Dana authored several works, including "A Library Primer," which serves as a guide for library practices, and "Notes on Bookbinding for Libraries," reflecting his interest in the preservation of books. His efforts helped shape modern library services and emphasized the role of libraries as educational and cultural institutions.

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