Review:
The Book Lover's Guide To Collecting By Simon Broughton
overall review score: 4.2
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The Book Lover's Guide to Collecting by Simon Broughton is an informative and comprehensive guide aimed at both novice and experienced book collectors. It explores various aspects of collecting, including different types of collections, valuation methods, preservation techniques, and the history behind notable collections. The book also offers practical advice on building and maintaining a book collection, as well as insights into the collectible book market.
Key Features
- Detailed advice on starting and expanding a book collection
- Profiles of rare and valuable books
- Guidance on evaluating the condition and value of books
- Strategies for preserving and storing collections
- Historical context and background stories related to rare books
- Tips on buying, selling, and trading books
- Illustrated examples and photographs
Pros
- Comprehensive coverage suitable for all levels of collectors
- Practical tips backed by expert knowledge
- Engaging historical insights add depth to the subject
- Beautifully illustrated with relevant photographs
- Useful resources and references included
Cons
- May be somewhat technical for absolute beginners without prior knowledge
- Focuses heavily on rare and collectible books, less on casual reading copies
- Some sections could benefit from more recent market trends or digital collecting topics