Caring for Books and Documents

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"Most people own some books, and many possess documents, but few are aware of the best conditions in which to store them. Old books are very fragile and even new books can quickly deteriorate in the wrong environment. This booklet outlines the ideal conditions under which books and documents should be kept, explains the principal causes of damage and offers straightforward, practical advice on how to avoid them Those who wish to preserve their own books and documents or who have charge of a small library or archive will find this an invaluable handbook"--Back cover