The Thread that Binds: Interviews with Private Practice Bookbinders

by Pamela Train Leutz

Comprised of 21 interviews of independent bookbinders, The Thread That Binds documents Pamela Leutz's quest to learn about the lives of representatives of this field. Each chapter tells a different story as Leutz discovers the challenges, successes, and "common threads" among each of the binders. Includes images offering a closer look at these bookbinders' studios, as well as photographs of the bookbinders themselves. All introductions are by Pamela Leutz, and also included is a special interview with bookbinder Don Etherington. An excellent pick for those considering working on their own in the field of bookbinding or for those simply interested in its history.

352 pages, Paperback

Published May 31, 2010

Reviews

[Forrest · Rating 5 out of 5]

Pam Leutz is a sweetheart and a damn good bookbinder, too!

[Stormy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Interviews with some of the most interesting people around.

[Margot Note]

for a College & Research Libraries review

[Audra · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful glimpses into how these specialized artists created their precarious professions. Encouraging, educational, inspiring.