The Amenities of Book-Collecting and Kindred Affections

By A. Edward (Alfred Edward) Newton

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Embark on a journey of literary exploration through the eyes of a passionate collector, where the thrill of the hunt intertwines with the profound connection to the stories held within each treasured volume.

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Encyclopedias/Dictionaries/Reference Other

Released

2013-12-05

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Summary

"The Amenities of Book-Collecting and Kindred Affections" by A. Edward Newton is a series of essays that shares insights into the happiness and complexities that come with book collecting during the early 1900s. The central theme is based on A. Edward's personal journey, along with his views on accumulating books linked to their abundant past, and honoring previous and existing literature. His words illuminate the emotional ties and histories linked to gathering books, offering knowledge of the world of book lovers and highlighting the importance of understanding the previous ownership and the display of books, as well as the happiness that comes from unearthing treasures in unexpected locations; beginning with a transformative moment that sparks a life-changing journey to the bookshops of London, where a sense of connection to literary history is found, positioning book collecting as a heartfelt hobby that enriches ones' life.