This is the first book to look at the 20th century's leading binders, their work and their varied approaches to it - often described in their own words. It includes a chapter on collecting bindings. Well illustrated with a large selection of photographs, it shows the very varied approaches of the different personalities, their superb craftsmanship and beautiful, stimulating designs.
ROY HARLEY LEWIS lives in England, where he and his wife run Bookfinders, a specialist service for obtaining out-of-print and rare books. He is the author of The Book Browser's Guide and Antiquarian Books: An Insider's Account. Plus, he has also received wide critical acclaim for his Matthew Coil mystery novels.