Preservation Directorate Brochure Series
The Preservation Directorate is pleased to announce the publication of a series of informational pamphlets. The titles available in this series are:
Preserving and Protecting America's Library an illustrated description of the mission of the Library's Preservation Directorate and the scope of activities of its five divisions and two special programs.
The Deterioration and Preservation of Paper: Some Essential Facts a discussion of the nature of paper and, causes of its deterioration, and options for ensuring its longevity.
Saving the Written Word: Mass Deacidification at the Library of Congress a description of the benefits of mass deacidification, selection criteria for treatment, and the status of the Library's special 30 Year Plan to rescue acidic materials by means of this process.
The United States Newspaper Program, a description of the scope of this national NEH/LC program to preserve access to American newspapers.
Caring for Your Family Treasures a guide for the layperson on caring for collections of papers, books and photographs.
American Book Covers 1830-1900, a pictorial guide to the changes in design and technology found in the covers of American books between 1830 and 1900.
A guide to the Library of Congress Preservation Directorate Website, containing a table of topics addressed on the Library's preservation website.
Copies of the pamphlets are available free of charge by contacting the Preservation Directorate, Library of Congress, Washington, DC 20540; phone (202) 707-5213 or online form: Ask a Librarian.