This 1974 book is the classic, most comprehensive history of bookmarks and it focuses mainly on those produced in the UK. It is based on Coysh’s personal collection with examples from about 1850 to the present. He defines 19 categories based on time period, material, purpose (e.g., tourist souvenir, health and safey) or type of producer (e.g, insurance companies or publishers).
Contains numerous black and white illustrations.
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Paperback, very good condition. Minor wear to cover edges. Pages are crisp and clean, binding is tight.
Published by Shire Publications, 1974.
ISBN: 0747802548