Miniature book st onge

Miniature books cover a great range of time periods, geographical regions, and subjects. Onge began publishing the inaugural addresses of american presidents, including that of franklin d. Standards for what may be termed a miniature rather than just a small book have changed through time. Given by caroline yarnall mcgehee lindemann in memory of her husband, carden coleman mcgehee, uva 1947. He selected the work to be published, poured over the type selection, chose the cover layouts, and decided the color and style of the binding. Onge published traditional, often revered texts, such as famous speeches by presidents, classic short stories and essays, sermons, eulogies, and brief biographies of famous historical figures. Miniature book wikimili, the best wikipedia reader. To restrain my collecting impulses, i only collect nondollhouse miniature books if they fall into one of my other areas of interest, such as women bibliophiles, imaginary. Today, most collectors consider a book to be miniature only if it is 3 inches or smaller in height, width, and thickness, particularly in the united states. When the rare book room opened in 1981, these tiny tomes from mrs.

Miniature books at maxwell library fmarcia dinneen or centuries, people have been fascinated by miniature books. Catalog 84 is devoted entirely to the antiquarian miniature book collection of virginia stoody of whittier, california. Father of the space age, was the first book to be flown to the moon with buzz aldrin on spaceflight apollo 11 in 1969. Onge type designer, book designer at the merrymount and caslon presses, and founder of the cornhill press in boston. Onge published the first issue of the miniature book collector. Miss wickhams miniature history to visiting dignitaries instead of the traditional key to the city. Bound in brown flexible pebbled leather with gilt titles, a. Rick hill is a member of the miniature book society. Each listing below was published under the imprint of achille st.

Among these are fourteen volumes produced by the late achille j. One miniature book, the autobiography of robert hutchings goddard, father of the space age, pub lished by st. Onge, was aboard the apollo 11 mission to the moon in 1969. Weber tippedin, city of indianapolis seal on title page. To see the cover of any book, please ask and i will send you a scan by email. One of the most renowned of 20th century miniature book publishers i.

Collection of miniature books published by achille j. Onge, tamazunchale press, publishers and publishing. Together with a promotional postcard with four sample leaves from the book tipped in. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Karen nyman miniature books 7835 rush rose drive carlsbad ca 920096828. 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. As their popularity increased, the variety of texts expanded and, by the eighteenth century, included titles for children. Binding is giltstamped blue leather and all edges are gilt.

Onge 191978 published 46 miniature books between 1935 and 1977 which remain unmatched for their uniformly high quality of content, printing, and binding. All of the miniatures, are printed on handwoven rag paper. Miniature book collecting is an occupation that can quickly take over your life. May, 1984 a particular hero to miniature book collectors was achille j. This video is about 102 miniature books achille st. Weavers collection were displayed with other miniatures that had been acquired over the. Onge, who specialized in publishing miniature books, had sent mr.

Other ellis library resources may be found by searching the following subject headings in merlin. Frontispiece of the madonna and child by bernardino dei conti, courtesy of the worcester art museum, tipped in. A nearly complete run from the ninth book of the press in 1952 through. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Onge received some fine publicity in an article in the worcester daily telegram of december 19, 1967. The tiny volumes became exercises in printing and binding techniques. Butler library, 6th floor columbia university 535 west 114th street new york, ny 10027 telephone.

Form and order of the service in the coronation of her majesty queen. Dating as far back as 2500 bce, sumerian clay tablets with cuneiform writing are considered the prototype for miniature books. A limited edition copy of the miniature magna carta, published by achille j. Onge to publish this, his first miniature book, in 1935. Miniature books the earliest miniature books were produced primarily for personal convenience, to be carried in waistcoat pockets and ladies reticules. Miniature book collection university libraries unt.

Onge worcester, ma, 1957 and limited to 1,000 copies. Many collectors consider nineteenthcentury and earlier books. Thumb bibles, political commentary, and childrens tales are only the beginning. Limited to 1,000 copies printed on magnani paper by the stamperia valdonega verona, italy. Gustine courson weaver as part of her childrens book collection. These consist of reprints of earlier titles and new titles, where the text is of historical interest. Presentday publishers of miniature books some of the principal publishers known to your editor are listed below, with their addresses. Bradbury states in twentieth century united states miniature books that the renaissance of miniature book publishing and collecting began in 1960 when achille j. Feb 27, 2020 this video is about 102 miniature books achille st. Called the dean by many collectors, he was described by mr. Publication of miniatures was a hobby as he worked in worcester for many years at a forge company, then at an envelope company.

A particular hero to miniature book collectors was achille j. There are approximately 350 miniature books in the societys collection. These firms are glad to send brochures on what they have produced, indicating which books are still available. A crisp copy in full red leather with the title in gilt. Mar 30, 2019 a miniature book is defined by the miniature book society is one that is no more than three inches in height, width or thickness.

Onge published this first issue mini book, along with publishing several other small format texts, including editions from other former presidents, such as franklin delano roosevelt and abraham lincoln. Onge began publishing miniature books as a hobby in 1935, and by the time he stopped publishing in 1977, he had created 48 miniature books, which are prized by collectors. Miniature books about books adventures in book collecting. Onge s publications are known for their uniformity of size and elegance and clarity of design. While some might question so specific a beginning of a trend, the general import is undoubtable.

The inaugural address of richart milhouse nixon by nixon, richard m. Bound by proost and brandt, amsterdam and printed letterpress by enschede. A unique example of one of the most sought after st. Printed in an edition limited to copies bradbury, st. A miniature book is usually no bigger than three inches 76 millimeters tall, and although some need magnification to be viewed properly, most can be read with the naked eye. Onges miniature books are the goldstandard for all 20thcentury miniature books. Bound in full mauve morocco with pattern paper endpapers, a. Onge was the only book taken on the apollo 11 mission in 1969, and was thus the first book on the moon. The miniature book collection at unt began with a group of miniature childrens books donated in the 1930s by mrs. Onge 191978 was a publisher of miniature books from worcester, massachusetts. Housed in hallmarked silver case with chain, the case in a diagonally stripped design. Weber is a dedicated miniature book collector and publisher who has written or edited miniature books for nearly all the top miniature book publishers for the past four decades.