Books, Boxes & Portfolios: Binding, Construct and Design, Step-By-Step

McGraw-Hill Professional, 1990, Hardcover

Product Description

In this introduction to the techniques of bookbinding, Franz Zeier guides readers step-by-step through projects for making a variety of boxes, portfolios, book covers, photograph albums, mats, and sewn and adhesive

Product Details

Title: Books, Boxes & Portfolios: Binding, Construct and Design, Step-By-Step
Sales Rank: 25877 in Books
Author: Franz Zeier
Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional, 1 edition, 1990-08-01, Hardcover, 304 pages, ISBN: 0830634835
Package Dimensions: 9.9 x 7.1 x 0.9 inches, 1.95 pounds

Customer Reviews

Good as a reminder: Books, Boxes & Portfolios: Binding, Construct and Design, Step-By-Step
Not bad as a reminder for teachers and those not fully educated as a bookbinder. Serves as a reasonable text book. Expected better, but has some good hints. More reviews

A clear and useful introduction to bookbinding: I have done several bookbinding and box-building projects, and have looked at a number of books on the subjects. This is the best introduction I have seen. I wish I had had it when starting out.
The language is clear and effective. The illustrations (mostly drawings) are also clear and effective. There is a helpful listing of the tools needed. All are simple… More reviews

Illustrations of abysmal quality: Ridiculously poor illustrations largely consisting of simple line drawings that have the appearance of third generation photocopies. More reviews

Absolutely perfect!: The book I ordered was brand new and I saved so much from the retail price! The best part was that it qualified for free shipping and it came within 4 days!! What a surprise that was! I have to say that I am extremely delighted to use amazon and this seller. … More reviews

A classic: Thorough and practical. Every hand bookbinder needs a copy of this classic work. More reviews