The classic work on papermaking, this book traces the craft's history from its invention in China to its introductions in Europe and America. The foremost authority on the subject covers tools and materials; hand moulds; pressing, drying, and sizing; hand- and machine-made paper; watermarking; and more. Over 320 illustrations.
Reprint of the second, revised, and enlarged 1947 edition.
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Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G0486236196I5N00
Seller: Chequamegon Books, Washburn, WI, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: very good-. Reprint of 2nd Revised Edition. THE classic work on papermaking, used as a text and reference in classrooms, museums and libraries. Over 320 illustrations, map and index, 611 pages. republication of the second revised and enlarged (1947) edition. ; 5 3/8 x 8 1/2" Creasing and slight sun-fading to spine; some wear to cover edges; light foxing to upper page edge. Seller Inventory # 24981
Seller: Great Expectations Rare Books, Staten Island, NYC, NY, U.S.A.
Softcover. Condition: Good. Reprint. Trade paperback. 611pp., Bibliography, Notes, 37 page Index and publisher's catalog appended. Illustrated with photographs and drawings. First Dover edition, unabridged republication of the second edition of this work, published by Alfred A, Knopf in 1947. No previous ownership marks. Slight spine lean. A clean, unmarked copy. Good or better, Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 011700
Seller: Columbia Books, ABAA/ILAB, MWABA, Columbia, MO, U.S.A.
Trade paperback. Condition: As new. Dover Publications, c2011. 611pp., index, notes, black and white illustrations. 8vo. Uncreased spine, as new trade paperback. Seller Inventory # 93511
Seller: ARD Books, Cleveland, OH, U.S.A.
Soft cover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: NoNE. PHOTOS (illustrator). 1978 EDITION. SOLID CLEAN BRIGHT AND UNMARKED NO CREASING A VERY NICE COPY. Seller Inventory # 006586
Seller: INDOO, Avenel, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: New. Brand New. Seller Inventory # 9780486236193
Seller: Southampton Books, Sag Harbor, NY, U.S.A.
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. First Edition. First Edition Thus, First Printing. Not price-clipped. Published by Dover Publications, 1974. Octavo. Paperback. Book is very good with creasing marks on front flyleaf. 100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York. Seller Inventory # 317422
Seller: Eric James, Lewisporte, NL, Canada
Soft Cover. Condition: Very Good ++. Trade paperback, later printing, xxiv + 611 + xxxvii (Index) pages including "Over 320---" black-and-white illustrations; light rubbing to edges, one very light spine crease, but probably from store browser as book otherwise appears unread, very gently used, very clean and unmarked. See also our listings for Robert Bringhurst The Elements of Typographic Style, and for The Typographic Book, 1450 - 1935: A Study of Fine Typography Through Five Centuries. Seller Inventory # 040560
Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR002518984
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Seller: Booked Experiences Bookstore, Burlington, ON, Canada
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. pp.611 plus notes and index clean tight copy with rubbing to cover extremities small stain on outer edge Size: 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Seller Inventory # 0283886