The Book-Collector A General Survey of the Pursuit and of those who have engaged in it at Home and Abroad from the Earliest Period to the Present Time

** "The Book-Collector" by William Carew Hazlitt is a wide-ranging look at the world of book collecting, composed in the early 1900s, it goes over the history, the methods, and the stories of different collectors from different times which gives perspective into libraries, the importance of how books are bound together, and how valuable unique book editions can be; the author uses his own knowledge to give practical tips and tell a story that teaches and keeps those who love books interested; the book starts with Hazlitt's goal to fill a gap in the writing world, and share about book collecting; he thinks about his love for books and what he has learned over the years; he prepares to talk about the different types of collectors, from the rich to the dedicated amateur, and what drives them, and the problems they face when building their collections; Hazlitt then asks readers to come explore the collection world, with stories and historical information that will enrich their understanding of this timeless passion. **