Peeps at Postage Stamps

"Peeps at Postage Stamps" by Stanley C. Johnson is like a doorway into the world of stamp collecting, acting as a guide for beginners and a helpful resource for those already hooked on the hobby. Johnson explains the technical language involved and gives tips on how to build a collection, showing how stamps can teach you about geography and history. The book starts by enthusiastically supporting stamp collecting, pointing out all the ways it can help you learn, like building good study habits and teaching you about different places and times by looking at stamps from around the world. The early parts of the book break down philatelic terms, show you how to begin your own collection, and talk about the best ways to collect, whether you're just starting out or have been collecting for years; from explaining words like "adhesive" and "block" to stressing how important it is to keep your stamps safe and organized, Johnson successfully encourages readers to appreciate the details and complexity of stamp collecting.