But even when this limitation is recognized, for those who can appreciate them they preserve all the associations of their primary use, and it is because these associations are so delightful and so various that the Bookman claims that his form of collecting is the best of all.
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard
The Bookman can only regard such a work as a portfolio of plates with accompanying text, and if the plates as plates are only second rate, enthusiasm has nothing to build on.
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard
The Bookman is not always killed in a man by service in the field.
"The Creed of the Old South 1865-1915"
Basil L. Gildersleeve