kim373•2mo ago

Why I changed my tune about the Library of Congress binding standards

I visited the rare book room at the Boston Public Library last month. Saw a 1700s geography book with original stitching still holding strong. Made me realize those preservation guidelines I always rolled my eyes at actually have real purpose. Has anyone else had their mind changed after seeing old bindings in person?

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the_rowan2mo agoTop Commenter

Walked through the Huntington last week and a 1600s atlas just floored me the same way.

patriciap522mo agoMost Upvoted

Old stitching in person still looks like old stitching to me, no matter how well preserved.

zarab242mo ago

C'mon, you gotta admit there's something special about holding a piece of history like that. Even if the stitching looks "old," it's basically a time capsule in your hands.