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Somehow I inherited old books from my family of origin. Such as this one, printed in 1900, entitled "The Complete Poems of Sir Thomas More; Collected by Himself with Explanatory Notes". The thin piece of tissue or vellum protects an old photo or lithograph of the man himself.
Do you remember when vintage or antique books were assembled with such care?
Less than 3 inches/ 7.6 cm across.
Bibliothèque des arts décoratifs
Fondée en 1864, la Bibliothèque présente des collections de livres imprimés, catalogues d’expositions et de vente, périodiques... dans les domaines des arts décoratifs et de l’art, ainsi que la célèbre collection Maciet regroupant des milliers de gravures et de photographies originales. Ces fonds, qui n’ont cessé de s’accroître au fil du temps, comptent aujourd’hui 200.000 volumes imprimés. La bibliothèque abrite aussi des fonds d’archives institutionnelles et privées.
Founded in 1864, the Library presents collections of printed books, exhibition and sales catalogs, periodicals ... in the fields of decorative arts and art, as well as the famous Maciet collection bringing together thousands of engravings and prints. original photographs. These collections, which have grown steadily over time, now number 200,000 printed volumes. The library also houses institutional and private archives.
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Bibliophiles, Bibliomanes, and the Eternal Passion for Books
Mark gave me that book for our anniversary a few years back. He read it and knew I would enjoy it too. One of his favorite quotes is, "Great minds think alike and fools seldom differ."
So I will leave you guessing on that one...:-)))
Please enjoy the still life details in Large. Thank you so much for your visit!
Other bibliophiles from other places and times can be seen in the first comment box below.
- Lisbon, Portugal -
With nearly 53 million items, the New York City Public Library is the second largest public library in the United States, behind only of the Library of Congress.
The main branch of the New York Public Library on the Schwarzman Building was officially opened on May 23, 1911. In 1910, 75 miles (121 km) of shelves were installed, and it took a year to move and install the initial collection of books.
The Picture is from one of its "Modern" corridors, but the main building is a Beaux-Arts design and was the largest marble structure by that time in the United States.
The library originated in the 19th century, and its founding and roots are the amalgamation of grass-roots libraries, social libraries of bibliophiles and the wealthy, and from philanthropy of the wealthiest Americans of their age.
The Starfield Library (스타필드 도서관), also known as Byeolmadang Library (별마당 도서관), is one of Seoul’s most iconic libraries. Located inside the underground Starfield COEX Mall in Gangnam District, it opened to the public on May 31, 2017.
Its most striking feature is the set of three towering bookshelves, each about 13 meters tall, which frame an open area of 2,800 square meters. The library houses around 50,000 books and 600 magazines, all available for on-site reading, as there are no lending services.
The space is modern and well-lit, with reading areas equipped with tables and power outlets, creating a calm and inviting atmosphere that contrasts with the busy mall around it. It also serves as a cultural hub, hosting free events such as author talks, readings, exhibitions, and small concerts.
Admission is free, and it is open daily from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM. The library is directly connected to Samseong Station (Line 2) and Bongeunsa Station (Line 9), making it an easily accessible stop for both locals and visitors.
Gangnam, Seoul, South Korea
N. S. Vsevolozhsky (1772-1857), a historian and bibliophile, founded a printing house in 1809, which he placed in a side wing of this building. It was one of the few wooden buildings that survived the fire of 1812, then there was the residence of General J.D. Compan and official publications of the Napoleonic army were printed. In 1875, the territory around the estate, including itself, became owned by a French citizen from Lyon, a merchant of the Moscow guild, Claudius Osipovich (Claude-Marie) Giraud, who, together with another merchant Alexei Mikhailovich Istomin, began active construction of a silk factory, which later became the largest silk-weaving factory in the Russian Empire.
Н. С. Всеволожский (1772—1857) — историк и библиофил — основал в 1809 году типографию, которую разместил в боковом флигеле этого здания. Это было одно из немногих деревянных строений, которое пережило пожар 1812 года, тогда здесь была резиденция генерала Ж.-Д. Компана и печатались официальные издания наполеоновской армии. В 1875 году территория вокруг усадьбы, включая её саму, стала принадлежать французскому гражданину из Лиона, купцу московской гильдии Клавдию Осиповичу (Клод-Мари) Жиро, который вместе с другим купцом Алексеем Михайловичем Истоминым начинают активное строительство шёлковой фабрики, ставшей впоследствии самой крупной шёлкоткацкой фабрикой в Российской империи.
+ LUX AETERNA [The Truth And Light] Book of Knowledge
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boots by Cog & Fleur
trousers & lace collar are vintage system layers
hooray for BOM
" To begin with, let us take the following motto...Literature is Love. Now we can continue." ~ Nabokov
NYC Public Library
With nearly 53 million items, the New York City Public Library is the second largest public library in the United States, behind only of the Library of Congress.
The main branch of the New York Public Library on the Schwarzman Building was officially opened on May 23, 1911. In 1910, 75 miles (121 km) of shelves were installed, and it took a year to move and install the initial collection of books.
This main building is a Beaux-Arts design and was the largest marble structure by that time in the United States.
The library originated in the 19th century, and its founding and roots are the amalgamation of grass-roots libraries, social libraries of bibliophiles and the wealthy, and from philanthropy of the wealthiest Americans of their age.
It is a warm spring day. The sun casts its golden glow upon a quaint streetcar, now repurposed into a haven of literary delight. Once bustling with commuters, it had found new life as a cozy home library, a sanctuary for the bookworms and bibliophiles of the neighborhood. Inside, shelves overflows with books of every genre, their spines adorned with age and wisdom.
As the gentle breeze carries the scent of blooming flowers through the open windows, two playful puppies scamper about, their tails wagging with excitement. Amidst the pages and paws, you find solace, nestled in an cozy armchair with a beloved novel in hand. With each turn of the page, you are transported to distant lands and magical realms, enveloped in the timeless charm of the tram's cozy confines.
And so, in this unlikely setting, a new chapter unfolds - a one of serenity, companionship, and the enduring power of stories to transport us to worlds beyond our own.
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{vespertine} - plant propagation station.
{vespertine} - planty little tree - sophora.
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{vespertine} - propagation bottle / monstera.
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K&S - // Paradise backdrop. Green
“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you'll go.”
― Dr. Seuss, I Can Read With My Eyes Shut!
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/Coffee by Apple Fall
/House by Trompe Loeil - Shelter Island Cottage
/Hair by Lamb
/Head by Catwa
/Top by Just Because
/Nerd Glasses by Meshdol
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Welcome to the Fireside Reading Retreat, where the warmth of the fireplace meets the enchantment of literature. Nestled amidst the cozy glow, this haven is a sanctuary for dreamers. The headboard, crafted from beloved books, invites you to embark on a literary journey before bedtime.
How intolerable life would be without books.
Just a small selection of my beloved library.
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I wanted to include one shot at least in the little town of Hay on Wye on my stream. I have to be honest the photographs I took there were not very good this is about the best one. It shows the clock tower in the centre of town.
If you love books then a visit to Hay on Wye is essential . You will see the sign for the poetry bookshop in the image. The town however boasts of 22 other bookshops you could spend all day browsing and buying books. Not sure why this little town became a bibliophile’s paradise . It is however the site of the famous Hay on Wye literary festival that draws writers and readers from across the world.
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In one of my previous posts I showed a library without books. Lucky for me as a bibliophile there were still some books left. The beautiful brass spiral staircase was a bonus.
Enjoy!
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Socks & Slippers: epoch. [socks] olivia set & epoch. [slippers] tana set - main store - maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Faerie%20Isle/70/13/2332
Held Book: AZARAN - DEATH NOTE (TYPER). - main store - maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Shinigami/44/26/3
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