Handling books
Many different styles of binding are to be found at The National Archives, from limp vellum bindings, to library bindings and account bindings.
Ask staff for help if a book is particularly large or heavy, or if pages are stuck together.
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Provide support:
Use wedges to support the book at an angle. This puts less strain on the spine and creates a comfortable reading angle. Use a foam pad for additional support at the beginning and end of the book. |
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Avoid touching the document:
Use weights to hold down pages, and use a paper marker to follow the text.
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