This seventh edition of john carter s classic text contains indepth descriptions of every aspect of antique and modern book collecting from a to z. Now, years later, harley has become a famous hollywood actor playing a grownup version of what he actually was as a kid. It wasnt until the 18th century that books were written specifically for children. Nicolas barker john carter s abc for book collectors has long been established as the most enjoyable as well as the most informative reference book on the subject. Books document the evolution of our need to make sense of the world around us. We polled some dealers and collectors and arrived at this list of the top ten books every book collector should read. According to the 6 th edition of john carters essential abc for book collectors 1980, condition in book collectors mind means a good deal more than the volumes superficial, physical appearance. Eighth edition, completely revised and reset, with additio. You can also learn more in carter s abc for book collectors and collected books. John waynflete carter 10 may 1905 18 march 1975 was an english author, diplomat, bibliographer, book collector, antiquarian bookseller and vicepresident of the bibliographical society of london. Abc for book collectors london, rupert hartdavis, 1966. Pages are intact and are not marred by notes or highlighting, but may contain a neat previous owner name. This is a great post and good guide for the novice.
Abc for book collectors by carter, john and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. After numerous reprints of the fifth edition a sixth edition appeared in 1980 edited by nicolas barker incorporating carter s last changes and his own revisions. The store prides itself on its collection of africana and militaria. John carters abc for book collectors has long been established as the most enjoyable as well as the most informative reference book on the subject. John carter s abc for book collectors, revised and enlarged by nicolas barker and simran thadani published by ci on april 15, 2017. First published in 1952, this has become for many the bible of book collecting although there is another bible for collectors of the bible. Abc for book collectors by john carter, hardcover barnes. A copy that has been read, but remains in excellent condition. If youre looking for high quality and personal collection services, youve come to the right place. John carter 19061976, educated at eton and kings college, cambridge, became a bibliophile early on and found himself so keenly interested in the field he made a career of it. Sep 12, 20 before i discuss the origins and publication of abc for book collectors a brief outline of its author is in order. Pdf john carter s abc for book collectors download full.
This new, 9th edition corevised by barker and simran thadani is a book that no purchasing collector or cataloguer should think of as a frivolous expense, and a book. Book collecting leads to geeking out on a whole realm of esoteric knowledge about book publishing. A friend of mine recently presented me with a copy of abc for book collectors by john carter fourth edition. Summary this ninth and first illustrated edition, revised and edited by nicolas barker and simran thadani, and with a new introduction, incorporates more additions and amendments which they have accumulated since the last edition was updated for oak knoll press provided by publisher. It describes the various physical parts of books and defines things. Shipping cost may be slightly higher depending on weight of book and shipping destination. Abaa abc for bookcollectors fifth edition by carter. Look for editions of this book at your library, or elsewhere. Abc for book collectors retains its humorous character as the one indispensable guide to book collecting while also keeping us uptodate with modern terminology. Now in its eighth edition, abc is the comprehensive reference work for book collectors and dealers everywhere. Informative and often entertaining definitions of the terms which serious book collectors should know. Seventh 7th edition, with corrections, additions and an introduction by nicolas barker.
Theres a richness to antique books that transcends their status as one of the worlds most beloved collectibles. John carters abc for book collectors, revised and enlarged by nicolas barker and simran thadani, 9th edition. Previous editions are cited in books for college libraries, 3d edits the return of the king as the latest edition of a classicthe first complete revision of carter s text, originally published in 1952arrives with new information and an introduction by nicolas barker, editor of the book collector since 1965. Abc for book collectors, while keeping us uptodate with modern terminology, retains its humorous character and importance as the one indispensable guide to book collecting. An independent cognate society also exists in adelaide.
Shop forand learn aboutantique and vintage childrens books. Founded by ian fleming in 1952, the book collector is the leading literary journal commenting on all aspects of the book. Eighth edition, completely revised and reset, with additional information and an introduction by nicolas barker. John carter abc of book collecting cotsen childrens library. John carter s abc for book collectors is one of the best guides a free. Inscribed for david battie who will advise me, please, of any ommissions which strike him in the course of his work, in which i wish him happiness and success, john carter 22 november 67 to front end paper. Valuation of books and other printed items rare books and. Abc for book collectors by john carter, nicolas barker and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. John carters abc for book collectors, revised and enlarged by.
Reviews 0 a must for every bibliophile, no matter your collecting interest. The internet has made searching for used or rare books more convenient than ever, and collectors now only have to look to the nearest computer to browse large selections of antique and outofprint titles. Abc for book collectors by john carter, 9781584561125, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Find book dealers used and rare in phoenix, az on yellowbook. Abaa abc for book collectors 9th ed by carter, john. John carters abc for book collectors like all good reference books, the abc for book collectors conveys much in a little, sets limits to its subject and keeps within them, and saving grace treats that subject with individuality as well as authority, in a style at once concise, forthright and witty. This eighth edition has been revised by nicolas barker, editor of the book collector and incorporates additional words created by the introduction of webbased collecting. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed. There are many, many fascinating and educational books detailing the inner workings of the rare book trade.
John carters abc for book collectors in searchworks catalog. Here, in over 450 alphabetical entries, ranging in length from a single line to several pages, may be found definition and analysis of the technical terms of book collecting and. Book collecting, thanks to the internet has become a growing pastime open to all, even collectors without a great deal of money or time. There are more than 490 alphabetical entries, ranging in length from a single line to several pages, describing the technical terms used in book collecting and bibliography, interspersed with. Like all good reference books, the abc for book collectors conveys much in a little, sets limits to its subject and keeps within them, and. Before i discuss the origins and publication of abc for book collectors a brief outline of its author is in order. A series on collectables, collecting, and the collectors who passionately seek, find and enjoy. Australian book collectors, edited by charles stitz. According to the 6 th edition of john carter s essential abc for book collectors 1980, condition in book collector s mind means a good deal more than the volumes superficial, physical appearance. Antique and vintage childrens books collectors weekly. Tender hinges, textblock foreedge a little stained, signs of cellotape glue on covers and endpapers.
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There is also an equally active branch in melbourne. Abc for book collectors by john carter, first edition abebooks. Buy a cheap copy of abc for book collectors by john carter. Carter s abc, first printed in 1952, was last revised, expanded, and given a new introduction by nicolas barker, his friend and the respected editor of the book collector, in 2004. The book collectors society of australia bcsa has been a focus for australian book collectors to share their enthusiasm for books of all kinds. Shaken, unsophisticated, harleian style, fingerprint, e book, dentelle. Our employees are friendly and will be there to answer any questions you. Nicolas barker worked with his friend john carter revising the abc up to the latters death in 1975 and has faithfully preserved the spirit of the original.
How to tell if a book is a first edition or valuable. Aug 06, 2010 the article mentions abc for book collectors as the single indispensible book for the beginner collector. Help with reading books report a bad link suggest a new listing home search new listings authors titles subjects serials. Mar 04, 2020 abc for book collectors by john carter 6th edition, london, 1980. If theres any one book about books that i always keep within reach, its john carters abc for book collectors. Like all good reference books, the abc for book collectors conveys much in a little, sets limits to its subject and keeps within them, and saving grace treats that subject with individuality as well as authority, in a style at once concise, forthright and witty. Among other changes, the edition adds words created by the introduction of web.
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Abc for book collectors, eighth us edition, completely revised and reset, with additional information and an introduction by nicolas barker. Im not a book collector somehow i acquired this book but i do enjoy reading memoirs written by folk who have spent their lives in pursuit of rare books and spotless first editions helen hanffs books for instance and lawrence and nancy goldstones book used and rare and this abc was a useful reference to some of the terminology used in. When harley carter was a teenager, he experienced 15 minutes of fame when he solved the mystery of a serial killer plaguing his small town. John carter, abc for book collectors like all good reference books, the abc for book collectors conveys much in a little, sets limits to its subject and keeps within them, and saving grace treats that subject with individuality as well as authority, in a style at once concise, forthright and witty. Here, in over 450 alphabetical entries, ranging in length from a single line to several pages, may be found definition and analysis of the technical terms of book collecting and bibliography, interspersed with salutory comment on such subjects as. It is, in short, a masterpiece, whose merits are acknowledged by the fact that it has never, in forty years, been out of print. Abc for book collectors 2 john robert carter, born 2 may 1949 programming in sql with oracle, ingres, and dbase iv 3 carter, john e. Abc for book collectors by john carter and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
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