Lunacy and the Arrangement of Books

by Terry Belanger

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A humorous and poignant essay on the idiosyncrasies of book arrangements by collectors over the centuries. Professor Belanger treats the reader to some of the idiotic methods of categorizing and shelving books. One gem from an etiquette book of 1863 decreed that "the perfect hostess will see to it that the works of male and female authors be properly segregated on her book shelves. Their proximity, unless they happen to be married, should not be tolerated." This book will bring a smile to show more the face of any bibliophile. show less

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JBD1 2,919 reviews

While lunacy is of course in the eye of the beholder, Belanger's humorous musings on the subject are well worth a read (or a reread, in this instance).

Jan 4, 2021

benjclark 125 reviews

A wonderful quick read, with wonderful references to return to again and again. Highly recommended for the bibliophile.

Jul 10, 2008