Description
Reviews of the first edition (1981)"A wonderful primer... excellent value for a collecting beginner, and highly interesting browsing for the experienced serious collector Australian Book Review.. "A modest but useful handbook which could well stimulate and encourage readers to become more than random hoarders of books"-Reviewpoint"There is a message here for any beginning collector" -Antiquarian Book Monthly Review, Oxford."Particularly useful for its treatment of historical books and at its modest price is recommended to all"-Illustrated Antique Trader. "A recommended introduction to the art of book collecting"-An antiquarian bookseller's advertisement.*About the authorSince illness forced Dr Spalding's retirement from busy specialist practice 13 years ago, a quieter medical practice has enabled him to develop what had previously been an occasional interest in Australian Books: what was once an occasional interest has become an absorbing and most enjoyable hobby.There have been several books written about collecting Australiana but this is the first to be directed specifically at beginnersThis book has no claim to be encyclopedic or to be complete but more than 400 collectors' items are mentioned herein and many are modestly priced. Also offered are indispensable information and advice from an established collector.ISBN: 0959399208
