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These memoirs are the reminiscences of Jack Matthews: his adventures in seeking out, collecting, and reading old and rare books, along with reflections upon time, memory, and other mysteries.

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“Matthews musters the enthusiasm of the newborn or born-again bibliomaniac while commanding the breadth and knowledge of a seasoned bookman.”
“I read the book… with great enjoyment. Indeed there were moments when I could not put it down. The book is informative and entertaining. It is also philosophical. Matthews’ bookish doings exemplify a way of life. The book teaches the good lesson that interest breeds observation and observation breeds life. The life is wonderfully rich in goods, both material and moral. The voice of the writer is unique and appealing.”

Memoirs of a Bookman

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      Publisher: Ohio University Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/09/1990
      ISBN13: 9780821409374, 978-0821409374
      ISBN10: 821409379

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      These memoirs are the reminiscences of Jack Matthews: his adventures in seeking out, collecting, and reading old and rare books, along with reflections upon time, memory, and other mysteries.

      Trade Review
      “Matthews musters the enthusiasm of the newborn or born-again bibliomaniac while commanding the breadth and knowledge of a seasoned bookman.”
      “I read the book… with great enjoyment. Indeed there were moments when I could not put it down. The book is informative and entertaining. It is also philosophical. Matthews’ bookish doings exemplify a way of life. The book teaches the good lesson that interest breeds observation and observation breeds life. The life is wonderfully rich in goods, both material and moral. The voice of the writer is unique and appealing.”

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