Best books on the meaning of life reason and meaning. Your essay should include substantial discussion of at least four works. Many have become collectible due to the designer or owner. Just curious as im not in the book selling business, what is foxing of the page edges. Foxing definition of foxing by the free dictionary. The lowest grade for an old book is poor or reading copy. Proper usage and audio pronunciation plus ipa phonetic transcription of the word foxy. Rare and antiquarian book dealers often painstakingly describe a book s condition because its such an important aspect of the book. Rare books, outofprint books online half price books. The contenders are either impurities in the pulp or size leading to fungal growth, or the presence of iron leading to what in effect would be rusting, or some.
The battle of fort gregg led to my newest book the confederate alamo. Foxing definition, material used to cover the upper portion of a shoe. Apr 23, 2017 foxing changes the ph of the paper, and additional acid can cause further degradation. Whether youre selling books or buying them, its important to be familiar with the book grading scale and condition definitions. Many of the worlds true leaders in politics, business and sport have succeeded by adopting the mental processes typical of the ingenuity of one of natures most resourceful animals the fox. A book is deemed fair if its complete, but the damage to the dust jacket or edges of the pages is more evident. Sep 04, 2015 likewise, exposure to humidity can lead to foxing. Foxed foxing brown spotting of the paper caused by a chemical reaction, generally found in 19th century books, particularly in steel engravings of the period. Any of various carnivorous mammals of the family canidae and especially of the genus vulpes, found worldwide and. Fox, any of various members of the dog family resembling small to mediumsized bushytailed dogs with long fur, pointed ears, and a narrow snout.
Words that end with foxing, words ending with foxing. Point the book away from you and brush the mildew away toward a garbage can or the ground outdoors. Removing foxing stains on books, papers, photographs. Never seen foxing in a modern post 1940s book which uses archival acidfree paper though, only in paper backs. Dry out the damp wallpaper by increasing the heat in the room. The term foxing describes disfiguring small yellow brown spots or blotches on paper. A fox is a wild animal which looks like a dog and has reddishbrown fur, a pointed face. Theyre sneaky, so a fox can also be a tricky person. Foxing is a term describing the agerelated spots and browning seen on vintage paper documents such as books, postage stamps, certificates, and so forth.
If, over time, the discoloration continues, its definitely foxing. This is a book with significant damage that would only be worth selling if it includes rare signatures, inscriptions or was owned by a famous person. In a restricted sense, the name refers to the 10 or so species classified as true foxes genus vulpes, especially the red, or common, fox v. One of my favorite quotes from the book is, let us be slow to make friends, but, having once made them, let us pray that niether life nor death, misunderstanding, distanc, nor doubt, may ever come between us, to vex our peace. I mean, i have a dehumidifier and it helps, but bad paper is bad paper. In a nutshell, a foxed books pages have some spotting, ranging from sort of a. Heres a list to help you understand the major grading scale of hardback editions used by. Make your life worthwhile by emmet fox 1984 paperback on. Before you open the bag, wipe it off with a dry dishtowel or paper towels. The name may derive from the foxlike reddishbrown color of the stains, or the rust chemical ferric oxide which may be involved. Foxing definition and meaning collins english dictionary.
Heres a list to help you understand the major grading scale of hardback editions used by brickandmortar and online booksellers. Many book collectors choose to store their dust jackets in protectors separate from the books themselves. Fahrenheit 451 by ray bradbury, to kill a mockingbird by harper lee, 1984 by george orwell, the diary of a young girl by ann. The use of firearms is covered and will allow the reader to become more effective in their use. How to distinguish between mold and acceptable foxing. Popular worthwhile books meet your next favorite book. Jul 17, 2017 foxing those brownish yellowy spots you often see in old books appears mainly to occur in machinemade papers from the 19th century. Write an essay in defense of a philosophical thesis related to any topic we have read about and discussed throughout the semester. What is the what is written as an autobiography of valentino achak deng, but authored by the american writer, dave eggers.
Though im still in a stressinduced brain fog, i managed to read several classics this month. Definition of fox written for english language learners from the merriamwebster learners dictionary with audio pronunciations, usage examples, and countnoncount noun labels. Apr 28, 2017 write an essay in defense of a philosophical thesis related to any topic we have read about and discussed throughout the semester. That way, they get the benefit of looking at the book binding while also having access to the valuable dust jackets and knowing that they are in a safe spot. All of these books were free at the time of this posting. If the book is foxed on one side only make sure the book is in contact with that side. As i understand it, there was a big shift downwards in paper quality during that period, without much understanding of why foxing occurred.
Foxing is an agerelated process of deterioration that causes spots and browning on old paper documents such as books, postage stamps and certificates. Condition is key when it comes to determining a books value. Worthwhile meaning in the cambridge english dictionary. Book plate an ownership label, usually placed inside front cover. Classic examples include the aldines anchor and dolphin, the estiennes tree of. Here are brief, pointed, practical instructions in successful living to help achieve real health, happiness, prosperity, greater security, andpeace of mind. Reprinted here in its most complete form, it brings to life the days when a noble army, men and boys, the matron and the maid, climbed the steep ascent of heaven, mid peril, toil, and pain. For example, you may see a book described as being bound in. Once this has occurred, wipe away the dry mildew with a soft cloth.
Book conservation ghosting and sunning and foxing, oh my. What is worthwhile paperback october 19, 2009 by nancy steinhausen author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Two main causes are mould and iron contaminants in the paper. The term foxing is used to denote the reddish or tannish spots, speckles, or bloches that discolor the paper of some older books. How to prevent and reverse foxing in rare books in 2019. Foxing those brownish yellowy spots you often see in old books appears mainly to occur in machinemade papers from the 19th century. This can occur in any relationship, including families and frinedships. Foxing brown spots thought to be caused by impurities in paper e. Definition of foxy foxier, foxiest in the dictionary.
Going foxing, is a new book containing more information about the fox. I hope you find a comforting book in these days of selfquarantine. Fox definition for englishlanguage learners from merriam. If youre new to the world of book collecting, youve undoubtedly encountered plenty of jargon already. In clear, concise terms, emmet fox outlines the sevenmental laws that are the stepping stones to full realization of the inner, spiritual power which ties within the reach of anyone who. Bloodbath at petersburgs fort gregg on april 2, 1865 2010. Although unsightly and a negative factor in the value of the paper item. Information and translations of book in the most comprehensive dictionary definitions resource on the web.
Look for editions of this book at your library, or elsewhere. Information about foxy in the dictionary, synonyms and antonyms. Ioba book terminology independent online booksellers. Mold and mildew forms on paper, including books and wallpaper, when they are exposed to damp conditions for several months or years.
Removing the marks of foxing should generally be left to a skilled book conservator or preservationist. Foxed foxingbrown spotting of the paper caused by a chemical reaction, generally found in 19th century books, particularly in steel engravings of the period. Jul 17, 2017 allow the book to remain laid out until it is completely dried out. If the book is of some worth the value will probably be enhanced by repair. Foxing has been variously attributed to a microorganism, iron particles in the paper, a high acid content in the paper, or a fungus reacting to metallic residue or other conditions of the paper. Make your life worthwhile by emmet fox 1984 paperback. Foxing changes the ph of the paper, and additional acid can cause further degradation. Sep 01, 1996 a must read for anyone interested in depth of thought, freindship, and lasting advice. The large number of colour photographs shows, in some detail, much about the natural history of this intelligent animal. This pathbreaking book looks at everyday storytelling as a twofold phenomenona response to our desire for coherence, but also to our need to probe and acknowledge the make your life worthwhile comanagement of natural resources local learning. Using a reducing agent, such as sodium borohydride, on the paper.
The book of psalms has been a source of solace for me, but i have enjoyed some escapist fiction as well. Mixing fictional and nonfictional elements, eggers tells the story of valentinos long and arduous journey from his hometown in southern sudan to. Oct 18, 2014 as i understand it, there was a big shift downwards in paper quality during that period, without much understanding of why foxing occurred. Mold or foxing in libraries and archives rita udina. Abaa glossary of book terms foxing antiquarian booksellers. From old books and manuscripts showing the characteristic foxed discoloration, beckwith et al. If there is some sign of foxing on the test book it should be examined carefully and with magnification to see if it. A third aspect favors the foxing apparition, which is high relative humidity. Make your life worthwhile, 2010, 256 pages, emmet fox. A fox is a small, doglike wild animal with pointed ears and nose, and a thick tail. The contenders are either impurities in the pulp or size leading to fungal growth, or the presence of iron leading to what in effect.
Think of 334 confederates, given a suicide mission by general lee to hold at all hazards, defending the fort for more than two hours against a tidal wave of 4,400 union soldiers. Moulds feed on the paper itself, as well as any dirt or organic material on it, for example, finger marks, food stains and squashed insects. We search a large scrabble dictionary for words ending with the letter or word you enter, and generate all words ending with foxing words with the suffix foxing. Also try our list of words that start with foxing, and words that contain foxing, and synonyms of foxing search for words that end with a letter or word. Experts may choose one of two approaches to reverse foxing. One of my favorite quotes from the book is, let us be slow to make friends, but, having once made them, let us pray that niether life nor death, misunderstanding, distanc, nor. Association copy a book once belonging to the author, or signed or. Moulds feed on the paper itself, as well as any dirt or organic material on it, for example, finger marks. The separated parties generally pretend that those on the other side no longer exist.
Worthwhile definition of worthwhile by the free dictionary. Fox definition and meaning collins english dictionary. The meaning of life is perhaps the most important question that bugs modern man whether consciously articulated or deeply and unconsciously underlying his thoughts and emotions, now that he has plenty of time to not worry about the basic requirements to survive and thrive. This is a book with significant damage that would only be worth selling if it includes rare signatures, inscriptions or was owned by a. Also try our list of words that start with foxing, and words that contain foxing, and synonyms of foxing. Oct 19, 2009 what is worthwhile paperback october 19, 2009 by nancy steinhausen author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Another book that was surprisingly good was the bestloved poems of jacqueline kennedyonassis. What can help remove foxing or dust soiling from edges of. My antonia by willa cather, on the other hand, was an excellent audio book. Help with reading books report a bad link suggest a new listing home search new listings authors titles subjects serials.
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