Library Notes
Judge a Picture Book by its Cover
May 25, 2008
Sara Grajek
Imagine The Little Engine that Could without the cheerful blue train. Or Curious George without drawings of that impish monkey and the Man in the yellow hat. Without those carefully drawn illustrations we would all have very different images to accompany these trademarks of children’s literature. Which isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but these pictures are icons that draw us together with the same classic memories from our childhood, no matter what our age. Some of today’s illustrators have just as much talent. In fact, the pictures are often the first thing I look at when a new book arrives in the children’s room of Rowan Public Library.
With the books A Seed is Sleepy and An Egg is Quiet, by Dianna Aston and illustrated by Sylvia Long, various elements of nature are featured in watercolor illustrations. Delicate yet detailed paintings of seed pods, leaves, pine trees, and much more can be found inside the pages of A Seed is Sleepy along with easy to read hand-printed text. The text provides an introduction to the plants illustrated, but the larger than life paintings are often what captures the reader’s attention.
Jan Brett is practically an icon in preschools because of her book The Mitten, but in addition to that she has also written or illustrated close to 30 other books for children. Her illustrations feature detailed, carefully-planned pages that often include animals and intricate patterns. In many of her books there are ovals at the edge of the page that give an indication of what is to come on the next page. By looking closely at the current page, you can guess what will happen next.
For sheer fun and amusement, take a look at books by Saxton Freymann and Joost Elffers. This pair has cleverly crafted their illustrations from food that has been carved to look like smiling faces. Picture an orange with the small stem area on top serving as a nose, a smile carved out just below it (and don’t forget the teeth), then add some happy eyes above with watermelon seeds placed just right for eyeballs. Can’t quite imagine it? Well, stop by the library and check out Food for Thought, where cauliflower florets become sheep, bananas become giraffes, cherries become ants, and eggplants become penguins. Or look for Dr. Pompo’s Nose where all the characters are pumpkins, and Fast Food where vehicles are created from squash, watermelon, and zucchini. No matter who your favorite author is, or what your favorite book, the next time you are at Rowan Public Library take an extra minute to appreciate the illustrations. They can add a whole new layer to your story.
Friday, May 30, 2008
LIBRARY NOTES: NOSTALGIA
PAUL BIRKHEAD – JUNE 1, 2008
Have you ever found yourself getting nostalgic about some thing or some place? You’re not alone. The feeling of wanting to connect to our past is universal and, although it seems to manifest itself more as we age, even younger folks are not immune to its effect. Sometimes just learning about things from a time before your own can be fun. Rowan Public Library has several books that are sure to give you an understanding, if not an appreciation of, things past.
“Roadside Relics: America’s Abandoned Automobiles” by Will Shiers is one of those books whose cover art will send you thumbing through its pages. On the front of this particular book is a photograph of an abandoned 1961 Plymouth whose best days are clearly past. Maybe it strikes a chord that something, once brand-new and treasured, could end up seemingly unloved and forgotten.
Divided into chapters by manufacturer, “Roadside Relics” is a superb collection of over 250 photographs of classic automobiles that have fallen by the wayside. In a course of ten years, the author traveled through 49 states tracking down treasures from the golden age of America’s automobile industry. You don’t have to be a car lover to realize that they “don’t make them like that anymore.”
Sometimes things aren’t appreciated until they’re gone. “Our Vanishing Americana: A North Carolina Portrait” by Mike Lassiter showcases a way of life in our state that has been gradually disappearing. Not so long ago, towns throughout North Carolina were self-sustaining communities with their own personalities. Nowadays, with franchises moving in and muscling out the local businesses, we are losing much of what makes each town unique.
Each chapter in “Our Vanishing Americana” explores a type of business that once thrived in every locale in North Carolina. Beautiful photographs of hardware stores, barber shops, groceries, movie theatres, pharmacies and restaurants abound. While it’s interesting to see how Rowan County is represented throughout the book, what can be more exciting is discovering places you’ve never known about.
Antiques and collectibles are what make some people nostalgic. The library has several resources that can help you identify and price everything from toys and dolls to plates and jewelry. If you’re new to the world of antiques or want to obtain a broader knowledge of the subject, “Treasures in Your Attic” is the book for you. Joe Rosson and Lelaine Fendelman, hosts of the popular PBS television show of the same name, have put together this informative guide. In the book they take you room by room in a typical house and tell you which items are of value to collectors. You never know what great treasures might be hiding there, or on the shelves of your library.
PAUL BIRKHEAD – JUNE 1, 2008
Have you ever found yourself getting nostalgic about some thing or some place? You’re not alone. The feeling of wanting to connect to our past is universal and, although it seems to manifest itself more as we age, even younger folks are not immune to its effect. Sometimes just learning about things from a time before your own can be fun. Rowan Public Library has several books that are sure to give you an understanding, if not an appreciation of, things past.
“Roadside Relics: America’s Abandoned Automobiles” by Will Shiers is one of those books whose cover art will send you thumbing through its pages. On the front of this particular book is a photograph of an abandoned 1961 Plymouth whose best days are clearly past. Maybe it strikes a chord that something, once brand-new and treasured, could end up seemingly unloved and forgotten.
Divided into chapters by manufacturer, “Roadside Relics” is a superb collection of over 250 photographs of classic automobiles that have fallen by the wayside. In a course of ten years, the author traveled through 49 states tracking down treasures from the golden age of America’s automobile industry. You don’t have to be a car lover to realize that they “don’t make them like that anymore.”
Sometimes things aren’t appreciated until they’re gone. “Our Vanishing Americana: A North Carolina Portrait” by Mike Lassiter showcases a way of life in our state that has been gradually disappearing. Not so long ago, towns throughout North Carolina were self-sustaining communities with their own personalities. Nowadays, with franchises moving in and muscling out the local businesses, we are losing much of what makes each town unique.
Each chapter in “Our Vanishing Americana” explores a type of business that once thrived in every locale in North Carolina. Beautiful photographs of hardware stores, barber shops, groceries, movie theatres, pharmacies and restaurants abound. While it’s interesting to see how Rowan County is represented throughout the book, what can be more exciting is discovering places you’ve never known about.
Antiques and collectibles are what make some people nostalgic. The library has several resources that can help you identify and price everything from toys and dolls to plates and jewelry. If you’re new to the world of antiques or want to obtain a broader knowledge of the subject, “Treasures in Your Attic” is the book for you. Joe Rosson and Lelaine Fendelman, hosts of the popular PBS television show of the same name, have put together this informative guide. In the book they take you room by room in a typical house and tell you which items are of value to collectors. You never know what great treasures might be hiding there, or on the shelves of your library.
Gretchen Beilfuss Witt
May 12, 2008
Iwa ni csin*
A friend of mine recently became a member of the Baha’i faith and being a student of religions I was eager to find out a little more about what drew my friend in this direction. With the pluralism of religion in North America, it behooves us to become more familiar with the main tenets of many faiths in order to understand our fellow citizens. We know that it is easy to misunderstand and misinterpret the actions of followers of a particular doctrine when little is known about a belief system.
The library has on its new book shelf, a World Religions series of books by Facts on File worth considering. Each title in the series takes a look at the history of a particular faith, where it exists predominantly in the world illustrating its location with maps as well as pictures and writings. The African Religion book looks at how the over 6,000 native African faiths, how they differ from Christianity and Islam, the basic beliefs, rituals and current practices. Some of the beliefs include the idea that human society is communal encompassing the living, those who have yet to be born and those who have died (the living-dead). Most African practices include spirit guardians, spirits of the departed and the human need to interact with the spiritual world all around them. There are charts that indicate faiths geographically as well as whether they are obsolete or still in practice.
Other titles in the series include Sikhism, a religion chiefly practiced in India. Sikhism is said to one of the youngest religions of the world at only 500 years old. The Sikh’s are known for their distinctive turbans and their creed of unity. Name-giving ceremonies include reading of sacred texts and placing ritual sugar-water, Amrit, in a child’s mouth. Hinduism is another religion primarily observed in India and is the third-largest religion, ranking just after Christianity and Islam. The text describes the roots of Hinduism as well as the political aspects, social duties including Dharma or the responsibility of maintaining the cosmic harmony of the world and Hindus in the modern age. Descriptions and photographs of the fantastic art associated with Hindu places of worship are also incorporated within the text. Additional books in the series cover Islam, Buddhism, Confucianism, Bahai’i, Judaism and Protestantism.
Along with this series, other new offerings should be considered. Martin Marty, well-known scholar and faculty member of the University of Chicago, elucidates the global history of Christianity in “The Christian World”. He follows Christianity from historical and sociological perspectives as it has spread and how it has exerted influence throughout the world. It is a fascinating and “remarkable testament to the teachings of Christ”. And lastly, don’t miss “Bless the Space Between Us” a book of blessings by John O’Donohue, a lovely collection of poems and prose about life’s thresholds offering encouragement on the journey of life as we transition from the known to the unknown.
Library Notes
Lucinda Epperson, Rowan Public Library
When a student comes to the library reference desk and asks that we suggest a classic for him or her to read, I’m in a panic. It’s so much easier if the teacher has given them a list to choose from, but this is not always the case. I can look in books and on the Internet and get lots of lists, but just the other day I was trying to understand what made these books classics.
There are numerous definitions of a classic but it seems difficult to find a list of criteria that would give a definitive answer. Wouldn't you think that there was a committee of really smart English professors who met and discussed and debated about books and came up with any new titles to be added to this authorative list of classics? Well if there is a group, they meet in secret.
I liked the definition of one English professor who was explaining a course he was teaching: the defining characteristics of classic literature are timelessness, dealing with universal themes and experiences, and communicating across cultures. A good piece of literature that can be enjoyed from generation to generation is timeless. For example, Shakespeare’s works are enjoyed today as much as they were hundreds of years ago. Why? Because of a theme that usually includes an observation about life. Universal themes add to the timelessness of a piece because they relate to us all, such as: loves conquers all; good vs. evil; rags to riches. Literature is an excellent vehicle for communicating ideas across cultures as we read and learn much about how others view life.
There seem to be many more definitions of “classic literature.” Several other characteristics were mentioned frequently in the research. One is the number of years the book has been in publication; “60” seems to be a magic number. Another big consideration is the number of times that teachers assign these “classics,” resulting in many printings, which result in folks reading them, which lead to teachers assigning them, etc.
For your consideration, here is a list of titles that seem to be on most of the lists of “classics.” Whether you’re encountering them for the first time, or want to revisit old friends, come to Rowan Public Library to check them out.
Jane Eyre -Charlotte Bronte, 1847: Jane’s ill-fated love for the brooding Mr. Rochester endures in this story of a strong-willed heroine who refuses to compromise herself. The Red Badge of Courage -Stephen Crane, 1895: Through the eyes of Henry Fleming, a young Civil War soldier, we see the fears of battle and the inexplicable courage that comes when soldiers unite in a wartime machine. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn –Mark Twain, 1884: Huck’s adventures on the Mississippi River with the runaway slave Jim abound with truths about honor and justice. 1984- George Orwell, 1949 Big Brother and the Thought Police control all in a darkly imaginative future.
Lucinda Epperson, Rowan Public Library
When a student comes to the library reference desk and asks that we suggest a classic for him or her to read, I’m in a panic. It’s so much easier if the teacher has given them a list to choose from, but this is not always the case. I can look in books and on the Internet and get lots of lists, but just the other day I was trying to understand what made these books classics.
There are numerous definitions of a classic but it seems difficult to find a list of criteria that would give a definitive answer. Wouldn't you think that there was a committee of really smart English professors who met and discussed and debated about books and came up with any new titles to be added to this authorative list of classics? Well if there is a group, they meet in secret.
I liked the definition of one English professor who was explaining a course he was teaching: the defining characteristics of classic literature are timelessness, dealing with universal themes and experiences, and communicating across cultures. A good piece of literature that can be enjoyed from generation to generation is timeless. For example, Shakespeare’s works are enjoyed today as much as they were hundreds of years ago. Why? Because of a theme that usually includes an observation about life. Universal themes add to the timelessness of a piece because they relate to us all, such as: loves conquers all; good vs. evil; rags to riches. Literature is an excellent vehicle for communicating ideas across cultures as we read and learn much about how others view life.
There seem to be many more definitions of “classic literature.” Several other characteristics were mentioned frequently in the research. One is the number of years the book has been in publication; “60” seems to be a magic number. Another big consideration is the number of times that teachers assign these “classics,” resulting in many printings, which result in folks reading them, which lead to teachers assigning them, etc.
For your consideration, here is a list of titles that seem to be on most of the lists of “classics.” Whether you’re encountering them for the first time, or want to revisit old friends, come to Rowan Public Library to check them out.
Jane Eyre -Charlotte Bronte, 1847: Jane’s ill-fated love for the brooding Mr. Rochester endures in this story of a strong-willed heroine who refuses to compromise herself. The Red Badge of Courage -Stephen Crane, 1895: Through the eyes of Henry Fleming, a young Civil War soldier, we see the fears of battle and the inexplicable courage that comes when soldiers unite in a wartime machine. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn –Mark Twain, 1884: Huck’s adventures on the Mississippi River with the runaway slave Jim abound with truths about honor and justice. 1984- George Orwell, 1949 Big Brother and the Thought Police control all in a darkly imaginative future.
Library Notes
Lucinda Epperson
Rowan Public Library
When a student comes to the library reference desk and asks that we suggest a classic for him or her to read, I’m in a panic. It’s so much easier if the teacher has given them a list to choose from, but this is not always the case. I can look in books and on the Internet and get lots of lists, but just the other day I was trying to understand what made these books classics.
There are numerous definitions of a classic but it seems difficult to find a list of criteria that would give a definitive answer. Wouldn't you think that there was a committee of really smart English professors who met and discussed and debated about books and came up with any new titles to be added to this authorative list of classics? Well if there is a group, they meet in secret.
I liked the definition of one English professor who was explaining a course he was teaching: the defining characteristics of classic literature are timelessness, dealing with universal themes and experiences, and communicating across cultures. A good piece of literature that can be enjoyed from generation to generation is timeless. For example, Shakespeare’s works are enjoyed today as much as they were hundreds of years ago. Why? Because of a theme that usually includes an observation about life. Universal themes add to the timelessness of a piece because they relate to us all, such as: loves conquers all; good vs. evil; rags to riches. Literature is an excellent vehicle for communicating ideas across cultures as we read and learn much about how others view life.
There seem to be many more definitions of “classic literature.” Several other characteristics were mentioned frequently in the research. One is the number of years the book has been in publication; “60” seems to be a magic number. Another big consideration is the number of times that teachers assign these “classics,” resulting in many printings, which result in folks reading them, which lead to teachers assigning them, etc.
For your consideration, here is a list of titles that seem to be on most of the lists of “classics.” Whether you’re encountering them for the first time, or want to revisit old friends, come to Rowan Public Library to check them out.
Jane Eyre -Charlotte Bronte, 1847: Jane’s ill-fated love for the brooding Mr. Rochester endures in this story of a strong-willed heroine who refuses to compromise herself. The Red Badge of Courage -Stephen Crane, 1895: Through the eyes of Henry Fleming, a young Civil War soldier, we see the fears of battle and the inexplicable courage that comes when soldiers unite in a wartime machine. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn –Mark Twain, 1884: Huck’s adventures on the Mississippi River with the runaway slave Jim abound with truths about honor and justice. 1984- George Orwell, 1949 Big Brother and the Thought Police control all in a darkly imaginative future.
Lucinda Epperson
Rowan Public Library
When a student comes to the library reference desk and asks that we suggest a classic for him or her to read, I’m in a panic. It’s so much easier if the teacher has given them a list to choose from, but this is not always the case. I can look in books and on the Internet and get lots of lists, but just the other day I was trying to understand what made these books classics.
There are numerous definitions of a classic but it seems difficult to find a list of criteria that would give a definitive answer. Wouldn't you think that there was a committee of really smart English professors who met and discussed and debated about books and came up with any new titles to be added to this authorative list of classics? Well if there is a group, they meet in secret.
I liked the definition of one English professor who was explaining a course he was teaching: the defining characteristics of classic literature are timelessness, dealing with universal themes and experiences, and communicating across cultures. A good piece of literature that can be enjoyed from generation to generation is timeless. For example, Shakespeare’s works are enjoyed today as much as they were hundreds of years ago. Why? Because of a theme that usually includes an observation about life. Universal themes add to the timelessness of a piece because they relate to us all, such as: loves conquers all; good vs. evil; rags to riches. Literature is an excellent vehicle for communicating ideas across cultures as we read and learn much about how others view life.
There seem to be many more definitions of “classic literature.” Several other characteristics were mentioned frequently in the research. One is the number of years the book has been in publication; “60” seems to be a magic number. Another big consideration is the number of times that teachers assign these “classics,” resulting in many printings, which result in folks reading them, which lead to teachers assigning them, etc.
For your consideration, here is a list of titles that seem to be on most of the lists of “classics.” Whether you’re encountering them for the first time, or want to revisit old friends, come to Rowan Public Library to check them out.
Jane Eyre -Charlotte Bronte, 1847: Jane’s ill-fated love for the brooding Mr. Rochester endures in this story of a strong-willed heroine who refuses to compromise herself. The Red Badge of Courage -Stephen Crane, 1895: Through the eyes of Henry Fleming, a young Civil War soldier, we see the fears of battle and the inexplicable courage that comes when soldiers unite in a wartime machine. The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn –Mark Twain, 1884: Huck’s adventures on the Mississippi River with the runaway slave Jim abound with truths about honor and justice. 1984- George Orwell, 1949 Big Brother and the Thought Police control all in a darkly imaginative future.
New Toys at Rowan Public Library
Erin Allen
Little visitors to Rowan Public Library have new educational toys to enjoy. Most of the playthings are manufactured by Melissa and Doug©, the maker of durable children’s products.
Over 150 building and alphabet blocks have been added to the toy collection. Blocks are perennial favorites and can be counted on for hours of imaginative play. The architectural package features hand-scrolled and turned hardwood shapes with columns, arches, doors, and stairs to build impressive structures. Two sets of alphabet blocks help teach capital and lowercase letter recognition, color recognition, and fine motor skills while encouraging hand-eye coordination and problem solving. All blocks have smooth wood storage cases.
Puzzles have long been a popular staple at the library. Several different types are now available. Alphabet Art puzzles with corresponding pictures underneath the puzzle pieces help children with proper placement. Chunky puzzles are especially good for the very young because the pieces are easily handled. Solid wood pieces are big enough to play with outside of the puzzle. Chunky puzzles include Shapes, Tools, Insects, Safari Animals, and Pets. Maze puzzle pieces have unique sliding pieces that won’t come out and get lost. Children direct the right piece to its correct spot. Maze puzzles include Farm, Geometric Shapes, and Vehicles.
For budding chefs, Cutting Food sets will encourage their culinary skills. These sets of hand-painted wooden vegetables, bread, and fruit are pre-cut. Each piece fastens together with Velcro©. When carved with the safe wooden knife, a crunchy sound rewards the cutter.
The classic pounding toy has been updated into the Pound and Roll Tower. Four brightly colored balls are pounded into the tower top, roll through the maze and emerge at the tower base.
Come to the library to learn … to tie shoes? Yes, the Learn To Lace and Tie! is a solid wood high-top sneaker that has a real lace children can practice on.
The Three Little Pigs Play Set rounds out the collection. It includes three soft, hand-detailed houses and four charming play figures (three pink pigs and a lavender wolf) that will enthrall children and teach number and color recognition as well as the fairy tale.
Just The Thing at 103 North Main Street in Salisbury has these and other educational items.
Library Notes
Rebecca Hyde – April 14, 2008
Do you like your neighborhood? Have you noticed changes in the community? Can you imagine how it will look in the future? What features should be preserved and cultivated? The following books describe changing patterns in the life of cities and neighborhoods and thoughts on how to improve community life.
Train you eye by taking an inventory of your own community. “Planning to Stay: Learning to see the Physical Features of Your Neighborhood,” by William R. Morrish and Catherine R. Brown, offers guidance for the nonprofessional It focuses on the whys and hows of neighborhood preservation, based on the belief that “Some of our greatest joys… come from community – the people and places of neighborhoods we cherish.” Your goal will be to answer two questions: What is it about this place that draws us here? And what could we add to this place that will keep us here? The framework for describing the neighborhood is built around homes and their gardens, public gardens community streets, neighborhood niches, and anchoring institutions. The emphasis is not on historic preservation but on preservation of what makes a place livable.
The problems of “sprawl” are described in “Once There Were Greenfields,” by Benfield, Rami, and Chen. Sprawl has an impact on the environment, the economy, and the social fabric of communities. The authors propose “smart” growth patterns, combining economic progress, social goals, and environmental protection.
“Comeback Cities: A Blueprint for Urban Neighborhood Revival,” by Paul Grogan and Tony Proscio, tells the stories of community-development organizations that have helped revitalize neighborhoods in Chicago, Houston, South Central Los Angeles, and the South Bronx. The progress is fragile but encouraging.
“Skinny Streets & Green Neighborhoods,” by Cynthia Girling and Ronald Kellett, is a design book focusing on the development of new suburban “green” neighborhoods. The authors argue that it is possible “to design dense, mixed-use developments that perform at least as well as lower-density alternatives on measures of tree cover, water quality, transportation management, and infrastructure cost.” Case studies of eight neighborhoods in the U.S. and Canada illustrate “best practices” integrating compact development and the environment. Also covered are the particular roles of urban forest and water.
Jay Walljasper’s “The Great Neighborhood Book” is a “do-it-yourself guide to placemaking.” “At their best,” the author says, “neighborhoods function as villages, in which residents’ lives overlap in positive ways.” They are the level of social organization where people interact most regularly and naturally. Consequently, they are the ideal setting for tackling problems in a community. The book discusses the “11 principles” of placemaking and gives a sampling of improvements in making neighborhoods safe, lively, prosperous, and interesting.
Rebecca Hyde – April 14, 2008
Do you like your neighborhood? Have you noticed changes in the community? Can you imagine how it will look in the future? What features should be preserved and cultivated? The following books describe changing patterns in the life of cities and neighborhoods and thoughts on how to improve community life.
Train you eye by taking an inventory of your own community. “Planning to Stay: Learning to see the Physical Features of Your Neighborhood,” by William R. Morrish and Catherine R. Brown, offers guidance for the nonprofessional It focuses on the whys and hows of neighborhood preservation, based on the belief that “Some of our greatest joys… come from community – the people and places of neighborhoods we cherish.” Your goal will be to answer two questions: What is it about this place that draws us here? And what could we add to this place that will keep us here? The framework for describing the neighborhood is built around homes and their gardens, public gardens community streets, neighborhood niches, and anchoring institutions. The emphasis is not on historic preservation but on preservation of what makes a place livable.
The problems of “sprawl” are described in “Once There Were Greenfields,” by Benfield, Rami, and Chen. Sprawl has an impact on the environment, the economy, and the social fabric of communities. The authors propose “smart” growth patterns, combining economic progress, social goals, and environmental protection.
“Comeback Cities: A Blueprint for Urban Neighborhood Revival,” by Paul Grogan and Tony Proscio, tells the stories of community-development organizations that have helped revitalize neighborhoods in Chicago, Houston, South Central Los Angeles, and the South Bronx. The progress is fragile but encouraging.
“Skinny Streets & Green Neighborhoods,” by Cynthia Girling and Ronald Kellett, is a design book focusing on the development of new suburban “green” neighborhoods. The authors argue that it is possible “to design dense, mixed-use developments that perform at least as well as lower-density alternatives on measures of tree cover, water quality, transportation management, and infrastructure cost.” Case studies of eight neighborhoods in the U.S. and Canada illustrate “best practices” integrating compact development and the environment. Also covered are the particular roles of urban forest and water.
Jay Walljasper’s “The Great Neighborhood Book” is a “do-it-yourself guide to placemaking.” “At their best,” the author says, “neighborhoods function as villages, in which residents’ lives overlap in positive ways.” They are the level of social organization where people interact most regularly and naturally. Consequently, they are the ideal setting for tackling problems in a community. The book discusses the “11 principles” of placemaking and gives a sampling of improvements in making neighborhoods safe, lively, prosperous, and interesting.
Library Notes
Gretchen B. Witt
The Rowan Public Library History Room, partnering with the Rowan Museum and Fine Frame Gallery, will offer a workshop on basic preservation methods and techniques at 10:00 a.m. Saturday, April 26 at the library headquarters in Salisbury.
Presentations and discussions will center on how to best store old family papers, photos, linens, and other heirlooms. Participants will also see a display of supplies used for preservation.
If you’re interested in attending, please call 704-216-8253 to register. The workshop is free and open to all, but space is limited, so register early.
The library also has books available if you would like to learn more on the subject.
Saving Stuff (069.53 Wil) authored by Don Williams, the senior conservator of the Smithsonian Institution, provides information on how to care for and preserve your collectibles, heirlooms, and other prized possessions. Witty, straightforward, and immensely informative, this book will give the reader information on how to keep the things important to you in great condition.
An Ounce of Preservation: A Guide to the Care of Papers and Photographs by Craig A. Tuttle (025.84 Tut) presents help for those wishing to provide preservation and conservation for their papers and photographs. Booklist describes Tuttle’s guide as “a tidy guide (which) prepares users for undertaking remedial measures” and “a valuable resource.”
Organizing and Preserving Your Heirloom Documents by Katherine Sturdevant (929.1 Stu) provides tips and guidelines on organizing precious family documents. The author offers a treasure trove of practical information.
The Care and Feeding of Books Old and New by Margot Rosenberg (025.84 Ros) gently introduces readers to the pleasures and intricacies of book TLC. Carefully, the authors detail both friends of books (no direct sunlight, clean cloths, and sturdy level shelves) and foes (dust, insects, and the like) as well as simple cleaning and repairing. Everything here is absolutely dedicated to an enduring love of the printed page, accompanied by reflections on collecting, borrowing/lending, and enjoying the society around books.
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