Replica Edition: The Dement Booklet
This "Replica Edition" includes enhanced photographic reproductions of all contents in the Dement Family Booklet. It is a companion book to the larger "Backstory: The Dement Booklet: a 19th Century American West Document." The Replica Edition is designed for the student and scholar. The "wire" spine editions open flat, suitable for museum display, reproduction of individual pages and careful study. The 11.5 x 8.5 editions are suitable for personal librairies as well as public lending librairies. A smaller student edition is available by special order, 9 by 7 inches, soft cover, high quality photo paper. It is lightweight and portable and young eyes deal fine with the small print. The various papers have different tonal qualities as well as durability. the best paper for archival and study purposes is Premium Photo. Photo Silk paper is adequate for most purposes. The stock gloss paper holds less ink. Premium Photo paper is not available in larger sizes than 11 x 8.5.
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Librairies and museums, historical societies and individuals who like to hold the book in their hands should select from the hard bound 11 by 8.5 editions. The premium photo printing is outstanding in quality and durability. Photosilk is almost as good, adequate for most readers.
This book is intended to be used alongside the "backstory" edition also available at PrestoPhoto or directly from the author stevenmeans@me.com