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Taking Care Of Your Books!
A question we have received
a lot is "what is the best way to take care
of a book?" As a bookseller for over 10 years
that deals with books up to a hundred years
old, managing and taking care that our books
stay in top condition is one of our highest
priorities. Books come in all shapes and
sizes and some are more durable than others.
Following the basic guidelines of
environmental conditions, shelving and
storage, handling and use, and cleaning and
maintenance can help greatly increase the
life of any and all of the books in your
collection.
Books are made of a variety of materials
which can be vulnerable to light,
temperature, and humidity. Try to keep your
books from being exposed to an excessive
amount of light. High levels of ultraviolet
radiation cause the most rapid deterioration
and fading. Keeping the temperature constant
and consistent cool is also key. Air
conditioners and humidifiers are a must to
remove excess heat and moisture. A cool, dry,
and stable room is the most ideal environment
for your library.
Making sure your books are upright, vertical,
and firmly supported keeps your books
straight and square. Angling books puts
stress on the whole book structure and can
deform the spine and joints where the covers
are attached. They also should not be packed
too tight on the shelf so they are not
difficult to remove which can potentially
cause damage. Good air circulation can
prevent stagnant air pockets where
condensation will collect and mold can grow.
Adding mylar covers to dustjackets, a
practice FlatSigned Books does for all its
books, is a great preventative measure
against moisture, scratching, dust, pests,
etc., etc.
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SUPPLIES AT GREAT PRICES
There are also many basic guidelines to
follow when actually handling your books as
to prevent accidental damage. Using clean,
washed hands to avoid grime and dirt is
essential. The spine is the most fragile part
of the book as it is the easiest to damage
and cause your book to degrade in value.
Putting as little stress on it as possible
such as not pulling it off the shelf from the
head of the spine, cradling a book when
reading instead of laying flat on table, and
not putting an open book face down on a flat
surface are great tips. Not eating, drinking,
and smoking near a book should be basic rules
as well my friends.
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MARK TWAIN 1st LIFE ON MISSISSIPPI w/ Issuepoints
 An incredible True First
Edition of one of Mark Twain's most famous
works, the largely autobiographical Life on
the Mississippi! It has BOTH must-have
issue-points - (1) page 441: 'present is a
tail-piece depicting an urn, flames, head of
Mark Twain', in subsequent states removed at
the request of Mrs. Clemens who considered it
morbid. (2) page 443: 'caption reads THE ST.
LOUIS HOTEL', in subsequent states corrected
to "The St. Charles Hotel". Very scarce to
find with both points! Many regard this as
THE book that earned Twain recognition as a
serious writer and Twain himself once
remarked that this was his favorite of all
his works. A tremendous collector's item from
perhaps the greatest American author in history!
A very clean, tight and solid book. Hardcover
half leather with black lettering and gilt
decoration. Light tattering to the spine.
Square and tightly bound; previous owner
writing and bookplate on front end pages.
About as good condition as you can ask for
such an amazing and rare collectible!
Email me, Tim Miller
(timmiller@flatsigned.com) or my nephew and
right hand man, Mike Cotter
(mike@flatsigned.com), or call us now at
888-568- 3048.
SPECIAL
VIP PRICE $4500!
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Arthur Clarke SIGNED True 1st 2001 SPACE ODYSSEY
 One of the finest copies of
this venerable science fiction classic on the
market PERIOD! This true 1st printing of
2001: A Space Odyssey has been
FLATSIGNED by Arthur C. Clarke himself!
Included with this treasure are letters and
correspondence between the Arthur C. Clarke
Foundation and our company showing where
Arthur Clarke has agreed to sign books for
our company. Shipping labels and any other
pertinent material will also provided. Also
has been stamped with Clarke's personal
address stamp! A fantastic collector's item!
Book is wonderful condition and would be a
great showcase for your collection!
Email me, Tim Miller
(timmiller@flatsigned.com) or my nephew and
right hand man, Mike Cotter
(mike@flatsigned.com), or call us now at
888-568- 3048.
SPECIAL
VIP
PRICE $4500!!
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Nicholas Sparks SIGNED 1st Printing THE NOTEBOOK
 A True First Printing copy of
Nicholas Sparks' greatest and most famous
novel The Notebook! It has been
FLATSIGNED by Sparks himself! One of the
greatest love stories of all time, it was
adapted into a "sleeper" hit motion picture
in 2004. This is THE Sparks book you want
SIGNED in your collection! Hardcover in
FINE/FINE CONDITION!
Email me, Tim Miller
(timmiller@flatsigned.com) or my nephew and
right hand man, Mike Cotter
(mike@flatsigned.com), or call us now at
888-568- 3048.
SPECIAL
VIP
PRICE $350!
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