Marissa Brassfield
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The vintage books sold at the Handsome Books online store are quaint but beautiful. Avid readers will recognize authors like Lord Alfred Tennyson and Washington Irving, but it’s unlikely that they’ll recognize these gorgeous artsy bindings that held these classic editions together. These stamped, decorative bindings went out of style as the modern dust jacket came into existence, so most of the tomes sold at Handsome Books were published prior to the early 20th century. One of these rare vintage books would be the perfect budget-conscious gift for a sophisticated friend—or your favorite bookworm.  Handsome Books specializes in books with decorative publishers’ bindings, designed and illustrated by some of the leading artists of the 19th and early 20th centuries. These beautiful books showcase the artistic styles of the day, from the Victorian period through the Arts & Crafts, Art Nouveau, and Art Deco movements. Decorative book bindings are one of the least-known areas of the graphic arts, and one of the most rewarding to explore.
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