[jeffwass]

Just curious what sorts of older books you find in the best condition.

Ie, even when buying a new book today I’d rather pay $1 or $2 more in price on good paper that won’t turn yellow in a few years, but it seems most publishers aim for the lowest common denominator on shitty paper.

I’ve had some general luck with hardbacks being more robust but it’s not always the case.

Just seeing if you had thoughts on book types or publishing houses with the best paper that has lasted over the years.

[bruce511]

Nothing specific. Most everything printed that I have since circa 1980s is fine. I expect looking after them matters more than paper quality.

Thats mostly paperback novels.

Stuff that was printed cheap in the 30s and 40s (ie "pulp" fiction) is taking strain now - which is to be expected.

Books I got as a child seem yo be I fine condition, despite a lot of rough handling at my hands, and my kids hands.