Book collecting dust jackets on books

Carter, author of the classic abc for book collectors, reported his find in the september 22. Book collecting tips first edition, rare, signed books. Today it would be unthinkable to discard a books dust jacket. Book collecting book collecting styles of collecting. I always like to find books that are unique in some way or are somehow compellingly different. The dust jacket of a book is the detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with. When considering the purchase of a book for your collection, the condition and, if applicable, the dust jacket are the most important factors affecting the value. You may seek to buy every book by your favorite author, or collect all the books from a specific publisher, or collect. Dust jackets only sets are perfect for adding personal flair to your favorite series. Once intended to be temporary and disposable protection for beautifully bound books, dust jackets have become in some ways more valuable. The jackets that were used at this time completely enclosed the books like wrapping paper and were sealed shut with wax or glue. Excessive heat and humidity can cause growth of mould and attract insects.

With 48 hour books, your casebound books can have beautifullyprinted, fullcolor dust jackets. Collection of book jackets nypl digital collections. The glossy cover and paper jacket combination protects the book. Ok, that said, lets learn how we can keep your book collection from ruin when you need to put it in storage for a period of time. Bindings, dust jackets in certain styles and illustrations can be.

If the book has a dust jacket, you should cover it with an archival, clear mylar cover to keep the dust jacket protected. A missing dust jacket, or a dust jacket that is in poor condition, can cut a collectible books value more than 50%, and make it harder to find a buyer. As most collectors are aware, a dust jacket in fine condition can greatly enhance the value of a book. In addition to providing protection to the cover of your book, our dust jackets include two 3. Avoid direct sunlight that can dull colors and fade leather. Dust jackets of modern books are valuable because they appeared alongside the first appearance of the book, and are, therefore, part of the books original identity. As dust jackets became more attractive than the bindings, more people began to keep the jackets on their books. Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition. Trends in modern book collecting ken lopez bookseller. A college roommate of mine removed the dust jackets from his books and threw them away as. If you live in a particularly hostile hot and humid.

Dressed in our custom book jackets, your books can become a stunning centerpiece on your bookshelves, bringing eyecatching visual impact to. Despite the fact that dust jackets often include useful information about a book and its author, including biographical notes and often a portrait, it has long been research libraries practice. Most hard cover books published since the early 20th century were sold with a dust jacket. However, book collecting is about buying books to satisfy a collecting goal. I still have books that i used this technique on over 5 years ago and although i was told the. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. Book collectors, like art collectors, want the whole work of art. My goal is to scan and archive images of as many vintage dust jackets as i can. Juniper books offers dust jackets only editions of some of our most popular sets so you can decorate books you already own, making it a great option for any bibliophile. Bauman rare books first editions, signed and inscribed. This will make the book more valuable because dust jackets are so easy to lose and tear. Book collecting is the collecting of books, including seeking, locating, acquiring, organizing, cataloging, displaying, storing, and maintaining whatever books are of interest to a given collector. Indeed, for modern first editions, a book without the dust jacket will sell for only a fraction of the price. Protect books with dust jackets by covering them with an acidfree clear cover a jacket over your dust jacket.

Now that i am collecting books that will actually appreciate, i generally only buy books with goodto very good. There are at least as many types of book collectors as there are kinds of books. Scott fitzgeralds the great gatsby with the original dust jacket is one of those rare books to track down. Seuss books should also own a copy of first editions of dr. Covering hardback books without dust jackets youtube. Finding books in their original dust jackets is a challenging and fascinating venture. Protect books without existing dust jackets by making your own acidfree clear cover out of acetate. I feel these dust jackets are an important part of our culture. The use of dust jackets facts from the stacks bellevue university. Facsimile dust jackets llc is the sole funding for mark terrys dust jacket archive project. Early dust jackets pre20th century are incredibly unique and a major bonus to ones collection. For more information about book collecting, conservation of books, dustjackets or your entire collection, contact us for personalized advice. Over time techniques of printing and marketing advanced.

Book collecting basics a brief history of the dust jacket. In 1832 detachable book sleeves, or dust jackets, were introduced. It pays to become familiar with the basic descriptive terms used by used and rare booksellers to communicate a particular book s condition. Book collecting basics a brief history of the dust jacket ilab. Dust jacket covers custom book dust jacket printing. Frank baum is a joy and a treasure, not only as a creative and definitive resource but as a brand new oz book. A brief history of the dust jacket used books and rare. Book club editions are often sold as first editions, and can be almost identicalbut are often slightly different sizes and wont have prices on the dust jackets. In collector circles, the paper wrapper is regarded as an integral part of a book. But doing so would be terrible for casual book readers. A brief history of the dust jacket book collecting guide. Considering many people now consume books via digital files, book collectors are often drawn to books as objects of art. Some years ago i had a really dirty dj and cleaned it with alcohol on a tissue. Without their jackets, most books are visually dull.

Collecting, identifying, and valuing first edition dr. The persuasive art of the dust jacket books the guardian. This allows you to see your collection but reduces dust build up. This includes clothbound books, dust jackets that werent coated glossy, and text block paper. Dust jackets began to transform from simple protective coverings to artistic, promotional, and important parts of a book in the early 1900s. A brief history of the dust jacket books tell you why, inc. For modern first editions most of the 20th century, acquiring a book with its original dust jacket in fine or nearfine condition will mean the difference. Rare dust jackets mean big bucks in the antiquarian book business. How dust jackets play a key role in value of collectible. How dust jackets play a key role in value of collectible books. The importance of dust jackets a college roommate of mine removed the dust jackets from his books and threw them away as soon as he bought them. If a book catches a browsers eye, he or she can then turn to the dust jackets back and flaps to find information about the author and a synopsis of the book. Traditional approaches tended to fall within three genres. Avoid stacking books on their sides or leaning books against other books objects.

Using profold plus to cover a hardback book with no dust jacket. Try to find books with their original dust jackets and again, try to get them in the best condition you can afford sometimes of course this isnt. Dustwrappers or dust jackets paperbacks or paperwraps reprint publishers and book clubs. Some people would like to get rid of dust jackets those glossy outer covers of hardcover books. A comprehensive guide, allen and patricia ahearn, g. While looking at books, i sometimes see soiling on the dust jacket. The modern library price guide 19172000, henry toledano, 2nd revised edition, printed by thomson. Keep your books in a stable, cool, clean and nonhumid environment. The estimated values are for first edition books, with dust jackets. Post the stock market crash and heading into the great depression, their. Dust jackets provide the vast majority of books published today with their only color and art. As any dust jacket collector of 19th and 20th century dust jackets knows a dust jacket from this period is a rare item indeed. Juniper books offers dust jackets only editions of some of our most popular sets so.