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Passages from the Autobiography of a Bibliomaniac

Passages from the Autobiography of a Bibliomaniac

Sadleir, Michael
Booth, Bradford A.

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1258087685
ISBN13: 9781258087685
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: Aug 19 2011
Pages: 54
Weight: 0.56
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Passages From The Autobiography Of A Bibliomaniac is a memoir written by Michael Sadleir, a renowned book collector and bibliophile. The book is a compilation of anecdotes and reflections from Sadleir's life, detailing his lifelong passion for books and his relentless pursuit of rare and valuable editions.Sadleir's love for books began in his childhood, where he would spend hours poring over his father's extensive library. As he grew older, his passion for books only intensified, leading him to become a collector of rare and valuable editions. The book offers a glimpse into Sadleir's world of book collecting, detailing his encounters with other bibliophiles and his experiences scouring the shelves of rare bookshops and auctions.The book also delves into Sadleir's personal life, exploring the impact that his obsession with books had on his relationships and his mental health. Despite the challenges he faced, Sadleir's love for books never wavered, and he continued to amass an impressive collection until his death.Overall, Passages From The Autobiography Of A Bibliomaniac offers a fascinating insight into the world of book collecting and the mind of a true bibliophile. It is a must-read for anyone with an interest in books, literature, or the history of collecting.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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