Indeed, for modern first editions, a book without the dust jacket will sell for only a fraction of the price. Hyperallergic lushly illustrated, salisburys exciting visual history showcases the work of edward gorey, vanessa bell, alvin lustig, and many others. A dust jacket is a loose paper cover which is put on a book to protect it. By definition, the dust jacket is a book s detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with text and illustrations. The site also contains articles on reprojackets, how they are produced, and links for further reading. Spread out the dust jacket on the protective covering. The dust jacket sometimes book jacket, dust wrapper or dust cover of a book is the detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with text and illustrations this outer cover has folded flaps that hold it to the front and back book cove. From abstract design to detailed illustrations, enjoy these gorgeous vintage dust jackets. About dust jacket dustjacket is a multiservice publishing and media company. If a book catches a browsers eye, he or she can then turn to the dust jacket s back and flaps to find information about the author and a synopsis of the book.
Get the best deal for books with dust jacket from the largest online selection at. Overall, a beautiful set, the books fine, the jackets and slipcases very good or better. Mar 14, 2020 a dust jacket, also known as a dust cover or book cover, protects a book s case from wear. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. You can protect a dust jacket by purchasing mylar covers designed specifically to protect dust jackets. Oct 04, 2015 anatomy of a hardcover dust jacketpart one published on october 4, 2015 october 4. Jul 12, 2018 book dust jackets are essential to ensuring a book s longevity. Follow this simple process to protect and maintain your books without breaking the bank buying professional book. This outer cover has folded flaps that secure it inside the front and back book covers. Dust jacket glossary of book collecting terminology.
I feel these dust jackets are an important part of our culture. Ive seen a book with just one testimonial on the back or a quote in the front flap or no author photo. I usually just throw it in a drawer while im reading a book and then put it back on when i go to put the book on a shelf. Anatomy of a hardcover dust jacketpart one published on october 4, 2015 october 4. Feb 10, 2012 in which i demonstrate how i put dust jackets on books. Jul 26, 20 dont hate on the dust jacket some people would like to get rid of dust jackets those glossy outer covers of hardcover books. Wikipedia has decent article on the subject, which includes the following historical notes. Dust jacket meaning in the cambridge english dictionary. Absorene book and paper cleaner absorene is a magical putty straight from the hands of the bookish angels. But doing so would be terrible for casual book readers. Theyre always sliding off, or arent in the right position when i go to close the book, or they fall off one side and just hang there flopping around. Dust jacket repair post on august 11, 2011 by jackie divis doyle tagged. Often the back panel or flaps are printed with biographical information about the author, a summary of the book from the publisher or critical praise from celebrities or authorities in the books subject area. Its width ranges between 50% to 70% of the width of the front panel.
Feb 06, 2017 if its a book i own, then i take off the dust jacket before reading, so it doesnt get ruined. Dec 14, 2012 a document cleaning pad is also the tool you would use to clean a papermatte dust jacket do not use windex on a dust jacket. Im a big fan of book design, so, if the designer has a really compelling, visually engaging vision for the dust jacket, i can kind of get onboard with that. Found only on hardcover books, the dust jacket will normally be made from paper or plastic or plastic covered paper with the ends of which wrapped inside the book cover. History and further information on dust jackets on wikipedia history of the dust jacket 75 vintage dust jackets of classic books. As the name suggests, a dust jacket protects the book from dust, and increases its life. However, another set, in identical dust jackets and slipcases, was sold at auction in 2014. An extremely early title in dust jacket, published in 1819. A recent book described as mint or as new was expected to be in its original jacket. How dust jackets play a key role in value of collectible. From the earliest known jacket issued in 1819, the author surveys the entire field of british, american and european jackets and documents a part of publishing history that was nearly lost to the nineteenth. This selection ranges from 1917 to 1969, and really is just a drop in the bucket. Ive had this debate before but i wanted to see if there was any sort of consensus on the matter. Dust jacket definition of dust jacket by merriamwebster.
It comes in a tub and has the consistency of slightly dry playdoh. The famed ben stahl illustrated the dust jacket, but lester kohs illustrated the front cover of the book itself. Dust jacket covers custom book dust jacket printing. Because dust jackets were disposable for so long, today they are considered to be. We scoured our vast selection of vintage books for the most beautiful dust jackets, and soon discovered that selecting just 30 was a nearly impossible task. Find an 11 x 17 inch piece of paper to make a book dust jacket.
In which i demonstrate how i put dust jackets on books. Book mockup dust jacket edition ultra sharp 8 psd presentations 15 different book mockups option. The printing of the book is faultless and the binding and dust jacket are perfect. This space can be used for any number of things, such as a book summary or an about the author section. Book covers have long been a source of artistic quality and, in the age of kindle, are reintroducing more and more of us to the pleasures of. For my sons picture books, i always take off the dust jacket, but i save them for when we eventually pass the books on to someone else. As most collectors are aware, a dust jacket in fine condition can greatly enhance the value of a book. Get cozy and expand your home library with a large online selection of books at.
Dust jackets provide the vast majority of books published today with their only color and art. Those who love old books are all too aware that the original dust jacket is often missing. A brief history of the dust jacket books tell you why, inc. The dust jacket of a book is the detachable outer cover, usually made of paper and printed with text and illustrations.
Bibliophiles know that a good dust jacket will help protect their precious books from the ravages of sun and shelf wear. Dust jacket definition is a paper cover for a book. Turn onoff dust jacket high quality mockups creatively crafted. The illustrated dust jacket, 19201970 by martin salisbury, chronicles how this once disposable object became a major creative force in publishing. Oct 21, 2017 the persuasive art of the dust jacket book covers have long been a source of artistic quality and, in the age of kindle, are reintroducing more and more of us to the pleasures of traditional reading. I am thinking about using the paper insert from a brodart archival book cover as a dust jacket and then inserting this dust cover into another brodart archival book cover. Before vacuuming, remove the dust jacket cover and turn the book upside down so the dust wont sift between the pages. I agree with brian the dust jacket is like part of the book and if its thrown away its like throwing away the whole book and thats just wrong. This the part of the dust jacket which is folded between the cover and the first page of the book. Some people would like to get rid of dust jackets those glossy outer covers of hardcover books. In the 1920s there was a resurgence of collecting modern first editions, and a widespread insistence on a high standard of condition made the dust jacket more vital than ever.
The dust jacket is made from paper with two flaps that fit over the front and back covers, wrapping around the spine to encase the entire cover. Aug 10, 2014 the first known dust jacket dates back to about 1829, with general use becoming common by the late 1870s. Protecting your books should be high on your list of priorities if you are a book lover or intend to keep your book for a long period of time. Between different cover materials, dust jackets, diamond 3d cover coatings, and hot foil stamping, youve got a lot of options for your book. The beginners guide to cleaning your books book riot. Dont hate on the dust jacket some people would like to get rid of dust jackets those glossy outer covers of hardcover books. We help authors, organizations, and companies create high quality resources that fit their needs. Since dust jackets are an integral part of the book, it is a good idea to protect the dust jacket as well as the book in order to protect your investment.
Jan 22, 2020 facsimile dust jackets llc is the sole funding for mark terrys dust jacket archive project. This outer cover has folded flaps that hold it to the front and back book covers. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. My goal is to scan and archive images of as many vintage dust jackets as i can. Dust on the top edge of pages may be removed with a vacuum cleaner using the soft brush attachment. The valuable rare book dust jacket rare books digest. Draw vertical lines on the paper from the spines edges to the top and bottom of the paper. We do not currently offer an option to manufacture dust jackets independently, so its not possible to order a dust jacket on its own or with an imagewrap book. Facsimile dust jackets llc had its beginnings in 1995 when i started making a few facsimiles solely for my own use. The only reasons i can really see for the existence of dust jackets on kids books are aesthetic reasons. Sep 02, 2012 has anyone made a dust jacket and then inserted the new dust jacket into a paperbacked book cover like the brodart archival series. Mar 04, 20 in the example shown here, it is a fifth printing.
The case includes the front and back covers along with the spine. These dust jacketed paperbacks are highly prized by vintage paperback collectors. Office products free delivery possible on eligible purchases. Buy 10 10 brodart foldon book covers centerloading, adjustable, clear mylar.
In addition to providing protection to the cover of your book, our dust jackets include two 3. What exactly is the value of dust jackets on kids books. Pfister and lentner mention a slipcase, but not the dust jackets. The list below is a starting point and allows for mix and matching and, you dont have to put all of these on your cover. The persuasive art of the dust jacket books the guardian. From cambridge english corpus there was a portrait on the dust jacket which showed that science had been combined with art in the most tasteful possible manner. What do you do with the dust jacket from a hardcover book. A brief history of the dust jacket book collecting guide.
I was raised to believe that a dust jacket was meant to make the book look nice on the shelf, so i would leave it on the shelf whenever i was reading a book and taking it somewhere, so the dust jacket wouldnt get ruined. Without their jackets, most books are visually dull. Dust jacket definition and meaning collins english dictionary. Nineteenthcentury dust jackets is a comprehensive general history of publishers dust jackets during the first century of their use. In the application or software you are using to create your book cover set the size of the page, layer, drawing, canvas or whatever your application uses to define the image object to match the template width and template length height found in the template dimensions section of the template generator window. Front cover of dust jacket, illustrated by ben stahl. Hardcover books with dust jacket for sale in stock ebay. A modern first editions value is very much dependant on its dust jacket dust wrapper or. The only way to receive a dust jacket is to select the hardcover, dust jacket option for your book order during checkout. I had already been collecting books for some time, and found it discouraging that i would never be able to acquire many of the books i wanted in jacket. Also known as book jacket, dust cover, or dust wrapper, a dust jacket is a. Japanese tissue, paper repair, talas, tape removal during a recent visit to my favorite used book store, the brattle book shop, i stumbled across a book that i thought would make a great gift for a friend of mine, who will soon be moving out to chicago to start work on.