Amarillo by bill durham meet your next favorite book. Browse all books by category at facsimile dust jackets, llc. These can also include diamond 3d metallic foil, diamond 3d clear, or diamond 3d textures. The importance of dust jackets a college roommate of mine removed the dust jackets from his books and threw them away as soon as he bought them. I regret, that at least for the present, i am ceasing the production of facsimile dust jackets due to personal health issues, time, and money constraints. As any dust jacket collector of 19th and 20th century dust jackets knows a dust jacket from this period is a rare item indeed. Dustjacket is an educationbased used bookstore and community space located in the heart of downtown halifax. Bloomsbury group member vanessa bell gave her sister virginia woolfs books a distinct modern style. Rare dust jackets mean big bucks in the antiquarian book business. The persuasive art of the dust jacket books the guardian. This is especially true of findable books such as many modern first. The dust jacket, or dustwrapper, that covers a book is a valuable part of a first edition.
The only way to receive a dust jacket is to select the hardcover, dust jacket option for your book order during checkout. These dust jacketed paperbacks are highly prized by vintage paperback collectors. The book examines when and why publishers began to issue dustjackets, the subsequent growth of their use, and the role they played in marketing. However, since it is itself relatively fragile, and since dust jackets have practical, aesthetic and sometimes financial value, the jacket may in turn be wrapped in another jacket, usually transparent, especially if the book is a library volume. Other people find a brief introduction to book collecting there isnt one type of book collector. This book is a great read, and i found it difficult to put down. Collection of book jackets nypl digital collections. Book collecting basics a brief history of the dust jacket ilab.
This selection ranges from 1917 to 1969, and really is just a drop in the bucket. Books do best and survive longest when they are wellprotected against dust, sunlight, and abrasion. The book examines when and why publishers began to issue dust jackets, the subsequent growth of their use, and the role they played in marketing. Learn more about dust jackets and their importance to your collection. Jul 12, 2018 book dust jackets are essential to ensuring a book s longevity. This book is a great example of why editors typically hired by publishers are important. The community of book collectors, as usual, had the final word.
In the file name text box, a suggested file name should be highlighted. Book club editions for the most part see the end of this writeup for the exceptions are not of collectible value and cause a lot of confusion for many book collectors. Dustjacket books and treasures, halifax, nova scotia. By definition, the dust jacket is a books detachable outer cover. Many thanks to everyone who supported me over the years. Now, im curious to know how many were issued in dust jackets, including when they started and when and why if anyone knows they stopped. However, another set, in identical dust jackets and slipcases, was sold at auction in 2014. It wasnt a bestseller when it was released in 1925 with only. Included are the rare allenclosing jackets that were issued on some annuals and trade books, ornate victorian jackets, binders and stationers jackets, and many others. Another perspective on dustjackets sunday, apr 30, 2006.
I have a large collection of old novels, many are classic that were purchased from an estate and lack dust jackets. 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. The gatsbys dust jacket is worth more than the book itself. Front cover of dust jacket, illustrated by ben stahl. If youve purchased a hardcover book, youre probably familiar with the dust jacket or, depending on which side of the pond you are, the. How dust jackets play a key role in value of collectible books. Throughout, the illustrations and titles mirror the eras changing political concerns and desires. I cant believe people would throw them away, to me its an integral part of the book. Aug 10, 2014 the first known dust jacket dates back to about 1829, with general use becoming common by the late 1870s. Pfister and lentner mention a slipcase, but not the dust jackets. This selection of gorgeous vintage dust jackets ranges from abstract design to detailed. Some people would like to get rid of dust jackets those glossy outer covers of hardcover books.
If its a thick book, i usually take the dust jacket off until im finished reading, then put it back on for storage. The famed ben stahl illustrated the dust jacket, but lester kohs illustrated the front cover of the book itself. Im a big fan of book design, so, if the designer has a really compelling, visually engaging vision for the dust jacket, i can kind of get onboard with that. An extremely early title in dust jacket, published in 1819. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The first known dust jacket dates back to about 1829, with general use becoming common by the late 1870s. 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. Jul 26, 20 dust jackets clearly dont actually protect a book from dust, and a quick skim of the wikipedia page for dust jackets shows that they never did. In 40 years of collecting and research, tanselle is aware of fewer than 1,900 copies of 19thcentury books with surviving dust jackets. Lady bluestocking facsimile dust jacketsdetailshow to order. It pays to become familiar with the basic descriptive terms used by used and rare booksellers to communicate a particular book s condition. In addition to its promotional role, the dust jacket protects the book covers from damage. This outer cover has folded flaps that hold it to the front and back book covers.
Jun 28, 2017 as any dust jacket collector of 19th and 20th century dust jackets knows a dust jacket from this period is a rare item indeed. If youve ever kept a copy of a book that you had already finished reading, youve already started. Kandice mccallum, aka lady bluestocking, makes facsimile reproductions and custom dust jackets for vintage books. Bibliophiles know that a good dust jacket will help protect their precious books from the ravages of sun and shelf wear.
We scoured our vast selection of vintage books for the most beautiful dust jackets, and soon discovered that selecting just 30 was a nearly impossible task. You can protect a dust jacket by purchasing mylar covers designed specifically to protect dust jackets. I absolutely love dust jackets and design behind them. Not long ago, i found one little golden book that actually has a dust jacket. Many of the most recognizable dust jackets were designed by artists handpicked by the author or their publisher. To the right of the save in text box, click the dropdown arrow and select your period folder. Indeed, for modern first editions, a book without the dust jacket will sell for only a fraction of the price. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at. Not to mention when it comes to rare books the dust jacket is like 80% of the price, and i cant imagine if i threw away a dust jacket from some first edition of a contemporary author, which later becomes.
Just as their name implies, dust jackets serve a very practical purpose. Protecting your books should be high on your list of priorities if you are a book lover or intend to keep your book for a long period of time. Book collecting, book history, dust jackets as most collectors are aware, a dust jacket in fine condition can greatly enhance the value of a book. In the 1920s there was a resurgence of collecting modern first editions, and a. The only reasons i can really see for the existence of dust jackets on kids books are aesthetic reasons. Scott fitzgeralds the great gatsby with the original dust jacket is one of those rare books to track down. The jackets in the collection are from books published in the united states and europe during two turbulent decades. As most collectors are aware, a dust jacket in fine condition can greatly enhance the value of a book. From abstract design to detailed illustrations, enjoy these gorgeous vintage dust jackets. The dominant art deco design trends of the early years are evident.
Amarillo appears to be the first novel, selfpublished, by bill durham. During the 1990s, when restoration of dust jackets reached a high art, it soon became a controversial subject for rare book dealers and collectors. 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. Amarillo is a thriving, modern city with over 200,000 residents in the metropolitan area. Wikipedia has decent article on the subject, which includes the following historical notes.
Feast your eyes on these beatiful book covers from 1917 to 1969. A book with its dust jacket present will always bring a premium. What do you do with the dust jacket from a hardcover book. Mar 04, 20 in the example shown here, it is a fifth printing. When pressed onto paper, ink tends to be pushed out, gather, and is generally thicker at.
Over time techniques of printing and marketing advanced allowing publishers to make book covers more colourful and appealing although at the time continued scrapping of lovely jackets as wrapping paper continued. 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. However, book collecting is about buying books to satisfy a collecting goal. Since dust jackets are an integral part of the book, it is a good idea to protect the dust jacket as well as the book in order to protect your investment. Often the back panel or flaps are printed with biographical information about the author, a summary of the book from the publisher known as a. If you own one of these rare books, youre sitting on a. This will make the book more valuable because dust jackets are so easy to lose and tear. 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. A little about me friends have suggested i put a few details about me on the site perhaps it all seemed too impersonal.
Despite the fact that dust jackets often include useful information about a book and its author, including biographical notes and often a portrait, it has long been research libraries practice to remove the jackets from new books during processing for their permanent place in the stacks. I also tend to take the dust jacket off of novels more than nonfiction. A missing dust jacket will reduce the value of a collectible book by 7590%. 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. Bell used no more than two or three colors for her book designs, but the dust jackets remain some of the most beautiful in literature. Dust jackets clearly dont actually protect a book from dust, and a quick skim of the wikipedia page for dust jackets shows that they never did. Barnum was not only one of the founders of modern day circus performance, he was also the author of the second most printed book of the 19th century.
What exactly is the value of dust jackets on kids books. This is especially true of findable books such as many modern first printings. You may seek to buy every book by your favorite author, or collect all the books from a specific publisher, or collect all the books with dust jackets from a favorite artist. From abstract design to detailed illustrations, enjoy these gorgeous vintage dust. In collector circles, the paper wrapper is regarded as an integral part of a book. In most cases, books released through bookofthemonth club bomc are much nicer than book club editions bce released by the doubleday book clubs. With regard to whether or not they add value to a book and whether or not they should be avoided at all costs. In the book, durham leaves me with the impression that the city of amarillo is just a small town in the texas panhandle. Included are the rare allenclosing jackets that were issued on some annuals and trade books, ornate victorian jackets. The dust jacket of a book is the detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with text and illustrations. Browse and buy a vast selection of old dust jackets collections. Most booksellers do not buy a book if its dust jacket is missing unless it is a rare book. I would like to get some feedback from the group on the controversial subject of facsimile dust jackets. Overall, a beautiful set, the books fine, the jackets and slipcases very good or better.
Dec 21, 2011 during the 1990s, when restoration of dust jackets reached a high art, it soon became a controversial subject for rare book dealers and collectors. These dustjacketed paperbacks are highly prized by vintage paperback collectors. Book club editions are often sold as first editions, and can be almost identicalbut are often slightly different sizes and wont have prices on the dust jackets. Follow this simple process to protect and maintain your books without breaking the bank buying professional book. Replace this filename by typing dust jacket, press spacebar, type your initials, press spacebar, and type your partners initials.
If its a relatively thin book, ill use the dust cover flaps as a bookmark. Beginning with the difficult to read font, and the irritating format allowing chapters beginning wherever they may fall on a page, this was a difficult book to read. Lady bluestocking facsimile dust jacketsdetailshow to. That means when you remove the jacket from the typical runofthemill book, you have reduced its value to zero. Book dust jackets are essential to ensuring a books longevity. I like to take a chance on new authors and hardback first editions. We do not currently offer an option to manufacture dust jackets independently, so its not possible to order a dust jacket on its own or with an imagewrap book. A brief history of the dust jacket books tell you why, inc.
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