{"product_id":"the-great-book-collectors-charles-isaac-elton-9781022995116","title":"The Great Book-Collectors","description":"\u003cp\u003e\"Great Book-Collectors\" offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and passions of those dedicated to the pursuit of rare and significant books. Charles Isaac Elton and Mary Augusta Elton present a series of biographical sketches, illuminating the personalities and collecting habits of figures who shaped the history of books and bibliography. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis volume explores the world of book collecting through the ages, providing insights into the motivations and methods of individuals who amassed remarkable libraries. From early manuscript collectors to those who sought out the first printed editions, the book examines the unique contributions of these individuals to the preservation and appreciation of literary treasures. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eA valuable resource for book collectors, students of the history of books, and anyone interested in biography, \"Great Book-Collectors\" offers a timeless exploration of a captivating pursuit. This carefully prepared edition preserves the original text for readers to explore this enduring subject.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eScholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Charles Isaac Elton,Mary Augusta Elton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1022995111\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781022995116\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Anson Street Press\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 03\/28\/2025\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 140\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 0.45lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 9.21h x 6.14w x 0.30d","brand":"Charles Isaac Elton","offers":[{"title":"Paperback","offer_id":48799800885503,"sku":"9781022995116","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-great-book-collectors-charles-isaac-elton-9781022995116","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}