Bookplates

Bookplates: Little Books On Art (1908) is a book written by Edward Almack that explores the art of bookplates. Bookplates are decorative labels that are placed inside books to denote ownership. In this book, Almack delves into the history of bookplates, their evolution as an art form, and the various styles and designs that have emerged over time. The book features over 100 illustrations of bookplates from different periods and regions, including examples from the 16th century to the early 20th century. Almack also provides practical advice for collectors and enthusiasts, including tips on identifying and valuing bookplates. Overall, Bookplates: Little Books On Art is a comprehensive guide to the fascinating world of bookplate art, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of books and book collecting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.