Talk: Bookbinding: Covering it all up - protecting our assets
Bury St Edmunds Library, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 1TZ
Wednesday 27th May 2026
Dr. Paul Garcia, a traditional bookbinder, will describe the processes which go into making paper and leather.
He will also talk about the art and history of book covers from the fourth century to the modern day, including pictures of lavish handmade leather covers, mass produced cloth covers, and some very odd covers.
He will also talk about the art and history of book covers from the fourth century to the modern day, including pictures of lavish handmade leather covers, mass produced cloth covers, and some very odd covers.
