Elmer Adler in the World of Books [boxed set of four different imprints]

Paul A. Bennett (ed.)

Published by The Grolier Club; The Typophiles; Princeton University Library; La Casa del Libro, New York; Princeton; San Juan, P.R., 1964

About this Item

ix, [3], 114, [2] pp; 32 pp of facsimiles and photographs; 7 x 4.5"; original two-toned cloth binding; gilt title on spines; "EA" monogram stamped on upper covers and on the slipcase title label; plain glassine dustjackets. A collection of reminiscences on the life and work of Elmer Adler by Frederick B. Adams, Jr., John T. Winterich, Philip C. Duschnes, and other bookmen. Four copies of the same work, issued under four different imprints, and with each of four backstrips a different color. Designed by P. J. Conkwright and printed by the Princeton University Press and the Meriden Gravure Company. The four imprints were issued in quantities that vary from 150 to 800, so presumably a maximum of 150 sets. Fine, with just minor chipping at the head of a couple of the dustjackets. Asaf 130; Ong & Holzenberg P171. Seller Inventory # 1632

Bibliographic Details

Title: Elmer Adler in the World of Books [boxed set...

Publisher: The Grolier Club; The Typophiles; Princeton University Library; La Casa del Libro, New York; Princeton; San Juan, P.R.

Publication Date: 1964

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Fine