Download or read book The Restoration of Leather Bindings written by Bernard C. Middleton and published by Chicago : American Library Association. This book was released on 1984 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The premise of The Restoration of Leather Bindings (first edition, 1972) is that restoration of old and worn bookbindings is more than a technical skill. Rather, it is a specialized craft that calls for an understanding of historical methods, specific technical terms, and aesthetic styles in order to be developed fully. This second edition continues from this premise and acts as an extensive instruction manual for those who practice or wish to practice leather bookbinding restoration.