A Bibliography of Bibliography; Or, a Handy Book About Books Which Relate to Books

"A Bibliography of Bibliography; Or, a Handy Book About Books Which Relate to Books" by Joseph Sabin is a late 19th-century reference guide organized alphabetically, detailing important books about British and American literature, while also touching on French and German works; the book helps general readers and librarians explore many writings about writings. The book's commencement highlights its purpose, emphasizing the need for a more thorough study of bibliographical works than prior collections had accomplished. It relays the author's disappointment with another bibliography and showcases his goal is to furnish a comprehensive look at the works found in his catalogue. It also brings up essential shares from well-known bibliographers and acknowledges the limits of such projects, confirming this work's purpose: to assist anyone seeking information about "books about books".