Big books, such as newspapers, should have a strong handle loop of leather bound in, coming out about the middle of the back.
Chapter V.
Specification for the Fittings of a
Small Bindery.
BY
F. J. WILLIAMSON.
CHAPTER V.
The following practical hints may be found useful when repairs are required to books in libraries. It is, however, necessary that the librarian or his assistants should gain some technical knowledge of bookbinding, as this will enable them to execute small repairs, which, if promptly done, will probably prevent the expense of rebinding.
The repairing room or small bindery should be not less than 12 feet square, and should have a good natural light. The “plant” required will be as follows:—