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by MichaelRo 336 days ago
Well, it's an idea. Perhaps de-humidifying the books first...

The hypoxic approach needs to last at least until eggs hatch, otherwise you're back to square one. And I'm not so sure if a plastic bag can hold tight for long without leaking (nitrogen out, air in).

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Most insect eggs require external oxygen exchange. Low oxygen treatment against beetles is a common method used for stored grains.
De-humidifying the books however could also damage them so I believe their solution is probably the best for this purpose.