Like most readers and writers, I own many bookmarks. I thought it would be fun to check out the development of this handy little invention. Enjoy!
Since I'm doing research for my next manuscript, I find myself questioning where various items originated. While looking at an appealing book cover, I wondered when publishers began using them. So, for inquiring minds, here's a brief history of book jackets.
Have a safe, fun weekend!
24 comments:
I always lose my bookmarks and end up dogearing the pages of my books. *sigh* Bookmarks are so much nicer.
It's cool that you're doing research on all this. Have fun!
Thanks for the link. Never thought much about it but it will be interesting to find out more.
Happy weekend!
Karen :)
Hi Susan,
I love trivia! I would be one of those people who would like to own a time travel machine. This was very interesting. Thanks, and give us more!
Jan
I'm a visual person so book covers are a huge part of what draws me to a book. Thank goodness for cover art!
That was an interesting account of bookmarks. I have a 8x11 envelope full of them. I like the short ribbons from wedddings and weight watchers best because they are flexible and flat. In the discussion, my favorite was the little girl with the pansies. I love anything Victorian.
Very cool! Would like a vellum book jacket! Surely that would make me more professional!!!
Patti
Great history! I had to chuckle because my kids have destroyed almost all of my book jackets!
Hi Sharon -
I'm back online! Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Hi Patti -
You're already professional. :)
Blessings,
Susan
Hi Nancy -
I liked that article also. Victorian bookmarks catch my eye because of their beautiful designs and colors.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Hi Alisa -
Book jackets are fragile. When I have a hardcover book, I'm extra careful with the cover.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Hi Jan -
I enjoy reading about how things were invented. If I find any other bits of trivia, I'll pass it along. :)
Blessings,
Susan
Hi Jess -
I usually have some many books started that I run out of bookmarks. Grocery receipts, post-it notes, and other pieces of paper get pressed into service.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Hi Karen -
Since book jackets and bookmarks are part of the writer's world, I thought everyone might find the information interesting.
Blessings,
Susan :)
Oh, cool! I love learning about this stuff. Prook production history is fascinating.
Hi Carla -
Thanks for stopping by and commenting. Sorry for the strange formatting. It looked fine on the preview. I tried to correct it with no success.
Blessings,
Susan :)
I never use bookmarks and like jessica, fold back the page. Ugh. Have a good weekend and I am still praying for that perfect job for you! But ENJOY this time off! I didn't enough!
I never thought about the history of book jackets. Very interesting. Thanks, Susan!!:)
Hi Terri -
Thanks! I appreciate your prayers and the good advice. :)
Blessings,
Susan
Hi Kristen -
Since you like history, I'm not surprised these articles were a hit. :)
Blessings,
Susan
I must have a hundred bookmarks, but can I find one when I need it? I use 3 x 5 cards, business cards, church bulletins, etc...
Hi Jen -
That's so funny! I'm the same way.
Blessings,
Susan :)
What an awesome topic! Have you seen the Christian kids' series, Angel Wars? It is interesting to see how they intervene on our behalf. It kind of balances C.S. Lewis's Screwtape Letters.
Hi Alisa -
No, I haven't seen Angel Wars. I'll have to check out the series. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
Blessings,
Susan :)
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