John carter 19061976, educated at eton and kings college, cambridge, became a bibliophile early on and found himself so keenly interested in the field he made a career of it. A little sunnedfaded to dustwrapper spine but otherwise a nice, clean copy. More than 450 terms are alphabetically described and crossreferencing is easy. Aug 06, 2010 abc for book collectors by john carter revised by nicolas barker. The old standby is john carters abc for book collectors, first published in 1952 with the latest of 2008. Bergers rare books and special collections wins 2015 abc. If theres any one book about books that i always keep within reach, its john carters abc for book collectors. Abc collectibles used books used bookstore 1927 little. I use this book, along with a few others in the same genre, to help me list and describe all of the books in my collection just under titles.
Any publication meant to serve as a resource for those interested in learning about or collecting a specific type of item is considered a collectors book. With bobs death in february, 2001, the lucas books website went off the web. Abc for book collectors, while keeping us uptodate with modern terminology, retains its humorous character and importance as the one indispensable guide to book collecting. This award recognizes books that assist library professionals or information specialists in areas of management, technique and education. John carters abc for book collectors, revised and enlarged by nicolas barker and simran thadani, 9th edition.
A few years before his death, cyril connolly, an extremely avid collector of first editions as well as an author whose first editions were sought after by fellow collectors, wrote a book entitled the modern movement, in which he listed and discussed the one hundred books he believed were influential and crucial in the establishment of twentieth. The title a b c for bookcollectors is to be taken literally. Lucas series of articles, the essentials of book collecting, was available on his website for a number of years, and was linked from this and many other sites. Abc for book collectors by john carter werner shaw ltd, seventh edition 1994, revised by nicolas barker. Nicolas barker worked with his friend john carter revising the abc up to the latters death in 1975 and has faithfully preserved the spirit of the original. Look for editions of this book at your library, or elsewhere. Here, in over 450 alphabetical entries, ranging in length from a single line to several pages, may be found definition and analysis of the technical terms of book collecting and bibliography, interspersed with salutory comment on such subjects as. Abc for book collectors by john carter, 9781584561125, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. John carter, abc for book collectors like all good reference books, the abc for book collectors conveys much in a little, sets limits to its subject and keeps within them, and saving grace treats that subject with individuality as well as authority, in a style at once concise, forthright and witty. But in years gone by, alphabet books were a big thing, and the subject matter ranged from military, to transportation, sports, royalty, hunting and more. It is, in short, a masterpiece, whose merits are acknowledged by the fact that it has never, in forty years, been out of print. Eighth edition, completely revised and reset, with additio. As long as people have been collecting, printed guides to popular items have been produced by a variety of sources, from major publishers to individual enthusiasts, detailing a particular.
This book teaches one the lingo of book talk and contains names on pages, cover, jacket, etc. John carters abc for book collectors has long been established as the most enjoyable as well as the most informative reference book on the subject. Completely reset and revised, this definitive reference is. Here, in over 490 alphabetical entries, ranging in length from a single line to several pages, may be found definition and analysis of the technical terms used in book collecting and. Toshiyuki takamiya is an emeritus professor at keio university, tokyo. Abc for book collectors john carter, nicolas barker, simarn thadani, nicolas barker, simran thadani on. Abc for book collectors this seventh edition of john carters classic text contains indepth descriptions of every aspect of antique and modern book collecting from a to z.
I am a founder and president of the book hunters club of houston established in 2014. If you plan to sell your books, then this book will help you accurately describe the books condition, edition, printing, etc. Modern book collecting offers advice that answers all the most important questions a book lover and collector might havewhat to collect and where to find it, how to tell a first edition from a reprint, how to build an author collection, how to get the best price from dealers, how to understand the prices and rarity of books, and more. Enjoy some of the most beautiful old alphabet books for sale on abebooks. When searching on its important to find copies that match the book in your possession as accurately as possible. The book begins with advance copy and proceeds to yapp, yapp edges and yellowback. Abc for book collectors by john carter if there was a single book that any wouldbe collector should own, it is this. Abc for book collectors by john carter, first edition abebooks. Theres a richness to antique books that transcends their status as one of the worlds most beloved. This is an alphabet dictionary of words and phrases commonly used by all who have to do with bookcollecting many of which are likely to puzzle the novice. An audience member considered that reference in an episode to a meccano club exhibition to be held on and 14 october in melbourne was misleading as the dates actually referred to a previous exhibition held in 2007. Abc for book collectors by carter, john and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. This is an alphabet dictionary of words and phrases commonly used by all who have to do with book collecting many of which are likely to puzzle the novice. Great book which came highly recommended by serious collectors.
Sievers volume 1 volume 2 in the 1920s and 1930s millions of americans donned headphones to search for radio broadcasts, by moving a cats whisker accross. Wit, pleasure and knowledge, its all there, only in the pages of the book collector. The title a b c for book collectors is to be taken literally. A series on collectables, collecting, and the collectors who passionately seek, find and enjoy. Abc collectibles used books used bookstore 1927 little blake lake ct, luck, wi phone number yelp. John carters abc for book collectors, revised and enlarged by. Several of the long series are of special interest.
Many great books have been dedicated to the topic of rare books and book collecting, and we have used a number of them to sources for the rare book school itself. Abc for book collectors john carter, nicolas barker. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Like all good reference books, the abc for book collectors conveys much in a little, sets limits to its subject and keeps within them, and saving grace treats that subject with individuality as well as authority, in a style at once concise, forthright and witty.
Chicago the american library association ala proudly acknowledges sidney e. According to the 6 th edition of john carters essential abc for book collectors 1980, condition in book collectors mind means a good deal more than the volumes superficial, physical appearance. Oak knoll press and the british library have given permission to the international league of antiquarian booksellers ilab to make available for. From antiquities to 20th century icons, from quirky to classy and kitsch to classic, collectors. I have become well versed in the history of american book collecting hunting. John carters abc for book collectors is now available on line. An opportunity in the family real estate business brought me to back to houston twentytwo years ago. It prints independent opinions on subjects ranging from typography to national heritage policy, from medieval libraries to modern first editions. Thus the inspiration to share my insights and collection through my blog. Abc for book collectors 9th ed john carter, nicolas.
Abc for book collectors by john carter if there was a single book that any. From classics to selfhelp, cookbooks, childrens books and more. The book collector is a london based journal that deals with all aspects of the book it is published quarterly and exists in both paper and digital form. Here, in over 700 alphabetical entries, ranging in length from a single line to several pages, may be found definition and analysis of the technical terms of book collecting and bibliography. Michael caines is a contributing editor at the times literary supplement.
Nixons on english bookbinding, some uncollected authors, and the series on book collectors of note. Can you define these terms if not, this is the book for you. This is a great book for bibliophiles, but for general book lover this work is somewhat highly priced. The abc for book collectors retains its humorous character as the one indispensable guide to book collecting while also keeping us uptodate with modern. I would probably go as far as saying that this book is definitely over rated.
The book, produced to excellent standards, is a collectors item. The store prides itself on its collection of africana and militaria. We published the sixth edition in 1992, the seventh in 1995, and the eighth in 2004, with several printings of each edition in between. Before i discuss the origins and publication of abc for book collectors a brief outline of its author is in order. Abebooks has been part of the rare book world since going live in 1996. Berger as winner of the 2015 abcclio award for the best book in library literature for rare books and special collections, published by ala nealschuman. Enter your mobile number or email address below and well send you a link to download the free kindle app.
Nov 29, 2008 shaken, unsophisticated, harleian style, fingerprint, e book, dentelle. Standard terms enable you to know if the dealer offering a book is a professional or amateur. Get your preparation book for the frca from abc books, pay securely, and receive your books via dhl express. John carter abc of book collecting cotsen childrens library. Sep 12, 20 before i discuss the origins and publication of abc for book collectors a brief outline of its author is in order. Invaluable as a reference tool since the most important facts of the book collecting world for this period have been reported in this periodical. Collectors books and price guides collectors weekly. Like all good reference books, the abc for book collectors conveys much in a little, sets limits to its subject and keeps within them, and. Many of these alphabet books to teach the abcs have become sought after and collectable.
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