Handy, inexpensive treasury of 347 black-and-white, delightfully nostalgic renderings of libraries and vintage writing paraphernalia, as well as vignettes of men, women, and children reading at the beach, in chairs, hammocks, and libraries; writing at tables and desks; scanning newspapers; plus portrait gallery of 20 distinguished literary figures, and much more. Dover Original.
Here's a sample of other books in this Dover category
Floral Illustrations CD-ROM and Book by Dover Treasury of 89 choice, black-and-white cuts: superbly rendered roses, sunflowers, tulips, lilies, crocuses, carnations, iris, and many other single and clustered blossoms. A versatile collection that's an ideal addition to any artist's archive.
Cherub Illustrations CD-ROM and Book by Dover Lavish assortment of angelic creatures — selected from vintage publications — are seen riding bicycles, making music, aiming arrows, and engaged in other lighthearted pursuits. 363 black-and-white images.
Egyptian Designs CD-ROM and Book by Dover This comprehensive collection contains over 370 striking black-and-white motifs, including gods and pharaohs (all identified), plants and animals, half-human figures, mythical creatures, hieroglyphic inscriptions, and much more.
