Terms used in book collecting

The new grisham, grafton, or cornwell novel you bought to read on your vacation is one of these. And without the underlying treasurehunting archetype, and its attendant excitement, rare book dealing and collecting will wither as a form of life. Set your price by searching your books title or collection. Whether youve been collecting rare books for decades or are just beginning to be interested now, youve probably wondered about some or all of these questions at one point or another. Gathering a collection of sheets folded together for sewing or gluing into the. The first half of the glossary contains terms az and is followed by two book anatomy illustrations, descriptions of the various book sizes, a guide to condition ratings, and the most common abbreviations used in the world of. Find some of the common jargon booksellers and book collectors often use. Ioba book terminology independent online booksellers. A new chapter for rare book collecting books the guardian. All forms of collecting will be welcome here, be it graphic novels, comic books, 1st edition trade books. Glossary of book collecting terms book collecting tips. Although a new book is typically free of any faults or defects, new is not actually a description of condition as a new book may. Previous to the mid19th century, the term was used to describe small books of. John carters abc for book collectors is one of the best guides a free.

Notes written in the margins of a page around the text. Describes the average used worn book that has all pages or leaves present. Book terminology or book terms are the vocabulary used in book collecting to describe the many different parts of the book. Bindings a term generally used in the antiquarian book world to. This club is dedicated to those of us who love books so much we simply cant part with them. Free collection of clothes, books and items to donate to. This is the first full edition of a book collectors glossary. Call to book your home collection today by calling 0808 250 0024. First editions and signed copies are two cornerstones of book collecting, but, once you have delved into the world of used books, the golden rule is condition, condition, condition. Not only will this allow the novice to correctly describe a book, this page will provide an easy reference to unknown book words allowing an intelligent decision before purchasing or describing a book. Alphabetical list rare books and manuscripts section. So to help answer any that are unresolved, heres a look at some of the issues most frequently asked about in terms of collecting rare books. A book collectors glossary by carl noe scot kamins, editor.

Exlibrary ex lib deaccessioned from a public library or collection. The introductory text from the print edition is available. Entredentolignumologists may or may not exist, but some books and several websites use this mouthful to describe collectors of toothpick boxes. Accounts receivable money that is owed to a person or organization for products or services provided on credit, in advance of payment aging report or schedule a list of accounts. In antiquarian book collecting, bindings often have a wide range in margin sizes due to variant bindings, often copies with wider margins are deemed more desirable. Collection synonyms, collection antonyms merriamwebster. Bibliography a reference work detailing published titles on a given subject or by a given author. Free collection of clothes, books and more dont throw away your unwanted items. Finally, here is the definitive glossary of the book, offering readers all the terms they will need for thorough understanding of how books are made, the materials they are made of, and how they are described in the bookselling, book collecting. Good describes the average used and worn book that has all pages or leaves present. Grading guidelines used to properly describe condition of books. Learn about terms used when discussing rare books in this free book collecting video from a longtime bookstore.

A book may have more than one first edition in cases where it has been published in multiple forms, including foreign. Glassine transparent paper sometimes used as a dust jacket to protect a book. Abaa glossary of book terms antiquarian booksellers. Looking for help understanding commonly used book collecting terminology, or abbreviations and references used in book sellers descriptions. As the book is used, the binding becomes looser until a wellused book may lay flat and remain open to any page in the book. Collecting association copies can be one of the more exciting areas of. Book abbreviations abookman, a book man, book collecting. The love of books is bibliophilia, and someone who loves to read, admire, and collect books is called a bibliophile book collecting can be easy and inexpensive. A new book is a book previously not circulated to a buyer. Previous to the mid19th century, the term was used to describe small books of popular, sensational, juvenile. Here is a quick reference to book abbreviations used.

Hopefully, our glossary will help you unravel some of the jargon used by book collectors and book sellers. A used book or secondhand book is a book which has been owned before by an owner other than the publisher or retailer, usually by an individual or library used books typically become available on the market when they are sold or given to a secondhand shop, used book sale or used. A thesaurus for use in rare book and special collections cataloging. All condition reports are subjective to some extent. Mass market paperback is the format in which most popular fiction is published. The actual covers are sometimes referred to as boards, which may be covered in paper, cloth, or occasionally leather. Some of the terminology used in book collecting can be arcane, indeed. Abbreviations collecting tips book sizes identify 1st editions email site map place an order want list i buy books sell your collection. Nino walker spend an hour at any cafe in san francisco, or any modern tech company in silicon valley, and youll see macs outnumber pcs by a vast margin,more spend.

Modern book collecting offers advice that answers all the basic questions a book lover and collector might havewhat to collect and where to find it, how to tell a first edition from a reprint, how to build an author collection, how to get the best price from dealers, how to understand the prices and rarity of books, and more. To view a term record, click on its first letter from the list below. Search the glossary of book terms to unravel the puzzling language you may have found in the description of your book. Price your books either at or just below the going rate. Ebay rare book descriptions will likely include these terms. Since you cant use this version, click here for the old one. It pays to become familiar with the basic descriptive terms used by used and rare booksellers to communicate a particular book s condition. Antiquarian and rare book glossary of terms you should know. Collecting terms the isca getting started collecting series a. Since 1997, bookfinder has made it easy to find any book at the best price. Whether you want the cheapest reading copy or a specific collectible edition, with bookfinder, youll find just the right book.

Glossary of library terms library terminology research. Amazon has no upfront listing fee, but charges a 15 percent commission and a small peritem fee. The idea of completing a collection is kind of cool, if slightly harrowing the instant a new book comes out. If you cant make it down to one of our charity shops to donate your things we can collect them from your home for free. The traditional terms in use for describing book formats are derived from early. It is not complete, but is a work in progress, and a labor of love for those who collect books. A loose term implying collectible books rather than used books. Describing the condition of books can be complicated in the field of childrens and illustrated books. Good g a book, or dust jacket in average used and worn condition complete with all its parts.

Frequently used by students and others when studying a text. This abbreviated glossary covers only the most commonly encountered terms. In full orientalist language, the book collectors of the islamic world are dismissed with the same terms used by earlier critics of british collectors. Mass market paperback is the format in which most popular fiction. Glossary of terms used in book descriptions booksellers and book collectors use. 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. Here you will find book collecting guides, tips, information, and terms for increasing the value of your collection and the depth of your passion for reading. Synonyms for collection at with free online thesaurus, antonyms, and definitions.

Our book collecting 101 series gives you a great foundation for what it means to build a collection. Exercising knowledge, taste, and critical judgment, the book. The terms soft cover, paperback, and wraps also refer to a paper binding. In book collecting, the first edition is the earliest published form of a book. Book terms and book conditions used by book collectors. Not only will this allow the novice to correctly describe a book, this page will provide an easy reference to unknown book words allowing an intelligent decision before purchasing or describing a book to sell. It pays to become familiar with the basic descriptive terms used by used and rare booksellers to communicate a particular book. You can start with general volumes on book collecting and book history.