THIS EVENT HAS NOW BEEN CANCELLED.
The conservators from the National Library of Scotland will give a workshop on the structures and bindings of books.
We’ll identify and show some of the most common historical bookbinding techniques, looking at some specific book features such as sewing, in-lacing, and covering styles. Common damages and weaknesses of the different binding styles will also be highlighted during the session.
Entry is free but booking is required.
To book please use this link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/book-atlas-at-nls-rare-books-edinburgh-2020-tickets-96647907493
Antiquarian Booksellers Association
Provincial Booksellers Fairs Association
National Library of Scotland
Centre for the History of the Book
Edinburgh Bibliographical Society
Signet Library
Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh
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