Overview
A love letter to beloved books from the high tide of American book culture. Every page glows with affection. Centring on Christopher Morley in his role as Rosenbach Fellow in Bibliography, Ex Libris Carissimis unfolds as a sequence of literary essays on books and readers, evolving from an eminent bibliographical lecture series. With a keen eye for the history of book collecting and the quiet drama of rare books and libraries, it celebrates the love of reading classics as an art, a pastime and a way of life. Here thoughtful book collecting essays mingle anecdote, reflection and gentle humour, tracing early 20th century bibliography at the moment when American book culture was defining itself. The volume speaks directly to bibliophiles and collectors yet remains inviting for anyone who has ever lost an afternoon in a bookshop. It stands as classic bibliophile literature, rich with insight into private libraries and the pleasures of living among well-chosen shelves. For Christopher Morley fans, for students of American book culture history, and as an ideal gift for booklovers of all ages, it offers a companionable voice that understands why books matter. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions. Restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint - a collector's item and a cultural treasure. Prepared for readers who prize both content and history, this handsome heritage title keeps a distinctive moment in bibliographical thought alive for modern reading and collecting.
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Details
- ISBN-13: 9789354446009
- ISBN-10: 9354446000
- Publisher: Alpha Edition
- Publish Date: February 2021
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.34 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.5 pounds
- Page Count: 148
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