Pfister and lentner mention a slipcase, but not the dust jackets. If its a recent, brandnew book, you could try contacting the publisher. Dec 21, 2011 the community of book collectors, as usual, had the final word. About dust jacket dustjacket is a multiservice publishing and media company. I used to work in a bookstore and sometimes we would receive good clean copies of new hardbacks with a damaged dust jacket, and depending on who the publisher was they would either send you a new jacket on its own or tell you to claim credit for the book. All three play an equally important role in enticing the reader to choose the book. The community of book collectors, as usual, had the final word. Jul 26, 20 a dust jacket guards against scratches, scuffs, jelly, and other distortions unworthy of a books perfection. Mending papers used in paper restoration are very fine but also very strong, so if a restored dust jacket were to rip it would likely be in the original paper, not in the restored area. Mis, zimmer, 3i, bramemark, replace, locator implant, screw retained zirconia implant cases, zirconia abutments, zirconia bruxirs, zirconia bruxir. Restoration of a steinbeck first edition dust jacket book and.
I used to work in a bookstore and sometimes we would receive good clean copies of new hardbacks with a damaged dustjacket, and depending on who the publisher was they would either send you a new jacket on its own or tell you to claim credit for the book. For true spring cleaning and repair, the dust jacket must be removed from the book and placed face down and open, its exterior exposed to whatever it rests on. This facsimile dust jacket will also fit most of the later early editions. An unusual dust jacket restoration, part 1 jack and taff fitterer. A brief history of the dust jacket book collecting guide.
It can be very hard to tell after the book has gone through a few sales. Those who love old books are all too aware that the original dust jacket is often missing. This is a tissue tape that is peeled from the backing and applied. The book jacket, defined as a protective paper cover folded around the boards of a new book, has been in use since at least 1832. Lady bluestocking facsimile dust jacketsdetailshow to. Find an 11 x 17 inch piece of paper to make a book dust jacket. This outer cover has folded flaps that hold it to the front and back book covers. Are there websites where i can buy jut a dust jacket. The original dust jacket was digitally scanned restored from an original by fine artist john anthony miller and has been trimmed, enclosed in a mylar jacket protector and read more. Hardback with dust jacket archives kpc book protection. This week, i have a dust jacket restoration that has some interesting problems. Private libraries association, 2016, first edition. But a book with a restored dust jacket will fetch less than the same book with an unrestored jacket.
Mike mckennetts restorations and reproductions held their annual open house and breakfast for the 8th time this year. This not only protects it from dust and moisture, but also supports the paper. Overall, a beautiful set, the books fine, the jackets and slipcases very good or better. The dust jacket sometimes book jacket, dust wrapper or dust cover of a book is the detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with text and illustrations.
Untouched remains the standard, whether binding or jacket. Careful dust jacket restoration includes removing any tape. Collection of book jackets nypl digital collections. Nineteenthcentury dustjackets the colophon book shop. Im constantly searching for books with jackets, but also for jacketless copies of those same editions in order to restore jackets to them. Another perspective on dustjackets sunday, apr 30, 2006. In the case of rare book dustjackets, the cost of restoration is often more than offset by the increased value of the finished piece. Please call, fax, email or use our online contact form to get in touch. Since that time, publishers have exploited the possibilities of text and image printed on the jackets to increase the attractiveness of their offerings. Kpc book protection fenton works, thornton terrace, halifax, west yorkshire hx1 3sg. Dust jackets from phantom bookshop browse recent arrivals. Many people strip off these jackets and throw them away. I thought that it was best to leave books in original condition.
Anthony restorations book dust jackets toy boxes art. Day of the triffids dust jacket in need of restoration. Japanese tissue, paper repair, talas, tape removal during a recent visit to my favorite used book store, the brattle book shop, i stumbled across a book that i thought would make a great gift for a friend of mine, who will soon be moving out to chicago to start work on. In this regard it resembles a tonsil, absorbing abuse on behalf of a larger, more. Much of the value of a modern first edition resides in the book jacket. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Then there is an art to folding in the right places to get the right fit. I read julian rotas article the fate and state of removable dust jackets reporting on the conference of the same name held at the university of london, with the sort of fascination and enthusiasm that i usually reserve for articles on sordid sex scandals involving hollywood starlets. What do you do with the dust jacket from a hardcover book. Dust jackets and how to keep dust off of them by james dawson the dust jacket is the paper cover that wraps around a book to protect it. Anthony restorations experts in restoring collectibles shows book dust jackets in a before and after slide show. Personalize your book dust jacket to identify the book.
Facsimile dust jackets llc is the sole funding for mark terrys dust jacket archive project. Ask your friendly neighborhood bookstore if they can get one for you. Bibliophiles know that a good dust jacket will help protect their precious books from the ravages of sun and shelf wear. A specially coated scratch resistant 75 micron polypropylene, ajustasheet is ajustasleeve in precut lengths. Dustjackets, dust covers, book jackets and book wrappers. The spine of the book should contain the book title in large legible font at the bottom of the spine, but the authors name can also proceed and even appear larger than the title if the authors name. As with toy collecting, where the box the toy came in. It is always a real eye opener to see what they are working on in the shop. How does dustjacket restoration affect the value of my book. Seek advice regarding archival cover for hardcover books.
The spine of the book is an important element of a book s cover design, due to the fact that many books are displayed with only the spine showing. Acidfree exactfit polyester covers with center slit backing. We offer a guaranteed estimate and 5year workmanship warranty. You may use stickers, glue photographic prints or draw with markers that do not smudge. Products at nulife dental lab, we offer our clients all of the most popular choices and newest technology in restoration products. Publishers should just send replacement jackets to anyone who needs one. The site also contains articles on reprojackets, how they are produced, and links for further reading. Sep 02, 2012 in my view, the use of a pure mylar book cover on a hardcover book without a dust jacket still poses a problem of getting the cover folds to stay in place without the use of tape the books are too valuable to apply tape or some other adhesive.
The dust jacket sometimes book jacket, dust wrapper or dust cover of a book is the detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with text and illustrations this outer cover has folded flaps that hold it to the front and back book cove. For tears in the paper or dust jacket, use gaylord or any document repair tape. It may seem obvious to you as the replicator but a clear mark will help prevent someones heartbreak in the future. I had already been collecting books for some time, and found it discouraging that i would never be able to acquire many of the books i wanted in jacket. A book with its dust jacket present will always bring a premium. As with the repair and restoration of books, it is better to err on the side of less. For more book repair tips, supplies and step by step instructions go to. The artwork is meticulously recreated and inpainted by hand, usually with near perfect results. Though i think itd be way easier to buy a complete new book than just the dustjacket. Dust jacket repair post on august 11, 2011 by jackie divis doyle tagged. Dust jacket covers custom book dust jacket printing. Mixbook uses only the highestquality, heavyweight papers that are ethically sourced from sustainable forests and certified by the forest stewardship council and.
New castle, delaware and pinner, middlesex, england. Among the books he sent was a very sharp copy of mickey spillanes i, the jury with one significant flaw. The original dust jacket was digitally scanned restored from an original by fine artist john anthony miller and has been. This important historical preservation project is financed by the sale of facsimiles and would most likely not have gotten anywhere had bookselling venues banned them. Btw, mark terry at facsimile dust jackets llc now offers almost 8,000 different facsimiles and has scanned and archived about 50,000 total. From the earliest known jacket issued in 1819, the author surveys the entire field of british, american and european jackets and documents a part of publishing history that was nearly lost to the nineteenthcentury custom of discarding dust jackets so that the. My goal is to scan and archive images of as many vintage dust jackets as i can. If the title is in print, a seller can usually request new jackets from the. The following article originally appeared on the website. We offer a full complement of dental implant restorations such as. During the 1990s, when restoration of dust jackets reached a high art, it soon became a controversial subject for rare book dealers and.
Full photo is part of our everyday photo books photo books collection and is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee, just like all of our other photo books, cards, and calendars. Draw vertical lines on the paper from the spines edges to the top and bottom. I like to take a chance on new authors and hardback first editions. Nineteenthcentury dustjackets mark godburn oak knoll. Jul 12, 2018 put scraps of paper between the folded jacket area and the first page of your book to prevent the pva cement or glue from staining or sticking to your book. Be sure to mark the dust jacket in some clear way that states it is a replica. Childrens book vintage 1987 book artists helpers enjoy the evenings by m. Nineteenthcentury dustjackets is a comprehensive general history of publishers dust jackets during the first century of their use. No computer or photographic processes are used in the recreation of dust jacket art. Kandice mccallum, aka lady bluestocking, makes facsimile reproductions and custom dust jackets for vintage books. Tolkien, 1938 edition 25 the first us edition first impression.
Indeed, for modern first editions, a book without the dust jacket will sell for only a fraction of the price. Simple dust jacket cleaning, such as the gentle wiping with a soft cloth that can be done with the jacket in place around its book, is just the start. This is a followup question from my previous inquiry about creating covers for hardcover books that do not originally come with dust jackets. Mike mckennetts restorations and reproductions open house. Jan 22, 2020 facsimile dust jackets llc is the sole funding for mark terrys dust jacket archive project. However, another set, in identical dust jackets and slipcases, was sold at auction in 2014. Nineteenthcentury dust jackets is a comprehensive general history of publishers dust jackets during the first century of their use. Fragile in nature, wrapping around the hard covers, they have received the hardest wear and often discarded when they became torn. Mike and his crew build some of the finest hot rods, customs and restorations in the country.
To collectors of modern first editions, condition of the dust jacket is of the utmost. A few weeks ago a longtime collector sent us a few books to sell on consignment. Without question, i have found that the books which have retained their dust jackets are more reliably in great condition. A dust jacket guards against scratches, scuffs, jelly, and other distortions unworthy of a books perfection. Dust jackets the paper covers around hardback books were once much more common than they are now. Aug 11, 2011 dust jacket repair post on august 11, 2011 by jackie divis doyle tagged. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. We help authors, organizations, and companies create high quality resources that fit their needs.
As americas restoration specialists, were here to help. Facsimile dust jackets llc had its beginnings in 1995 when i started making a few facsimiles solely for my own use. When walking down the new releases aisle of your local bookstore or library, you may notice something all of the hardcover also known as casebound books have a dust jacket, a removable laminated cover that wraps around the existing cover of the book. Fragile in nature, wrapping around the hard covers, they have received the hardest wear and often discarded when they became torn and tattered, making those that remain all the more valuable. The finer print growing concern over facsimile jackets. This entry was posted in dust jacket repair and restoration and tagged dust jacket restoration and repair paper repair on november 12, 2014 by taff this is the second part of a dust jacket restoration see part one here where i am removing a torn, wrinkled heat set plastic covering the entire front and rear panels as well as most of the flaps. While a dustjacket is also referred to as a dustwrapper, a dust cover, a book jacket, a jacket. Tolkien, 1937 edition 25 the first uk edition first. As most collectors are aware, a dust jacket in fine condition can greatly enhance the value of a book. We are a local company with over 25 years experience in kitchen, bathroom and bedroom design, we can also small extensions.
Dust jacket restoration and paper repair jack and taff fitterer. At national restorations, we know that cycle times are important. I feel these dust jackets are an important part of our culture. If you have a piece of furniture, cabinetry or millwork that has been damaged by water or smoke, wed love to hear from you.
The process involved carefully measuring the height of the book to be protected and cutting a piece with that height and a length large enough to form a dust jacket of sorts back, spine, front, plus flaps. Much of the value of a modern first edition resides in the dust jacket. If you come across a book with a very damaged dust jacket, is it better to throw away the dust jacket and list it without or keep it. Join facebook to connect with nnclear pools and others you may know. Other times the dust jacket designer is a nameless employee at a publishing house. I read julian rotas article the fate and state of removable dustjackets reporting on the conference of the same name held at the university of london, with the sort of fascination and enthusiasm that i usually reserve for articles on. A first edition published by stackpole sons in 1939. This advert means that the book you want to purchase did not have a dust jacket when it was originally published as issued, rather than having one that has now been lost. Renowned childrens book illustrator garth williams lent his style to countless stories, including laura ingalls wilders little house series and e. As with toy collecting, where the box the toy came in is worth more than the toy itself, a nice dust jacket can. May 30, 2010 if its a recent, brandnew book, you could try contacting the publisher. Lady bluestocking facsimile dust jacketsdetailshow to order. The grapes of wrath, 1st edition, front cover before restoration.
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