From: "Shreeves, Edward" <edward-shreeves_at_uiowa.edu>
You are invited to an exposition on
The Changing Book: Transitions in Design, Production, and Preservation
The University of Iowa Libraries, Iowa City, Iowa
July 22-25, 2005
<http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/>http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/
The book as we know it is ever-changing, in its physical structure and in
its interaction with the reader. While the book remains steady in its role
as a conveyor of knowledge, it undergoes changes in its structure and
physical composition, as well as how it is conceptually perceived in the
context of other information media. All of these changes influence how the
book is designed, produced, used and preserved.
The University of Iowa Libraries is pleased to offer an exposition
celebrating the legacy and future of book conservation within the context
of the evolving book. The Changing Book exposition will explore how
perceptions of the traditional book are changing and how the field of
conservation is responding to these changes. The exposition will provide
perspective on the continuing role and preservation of the paper book,
illustrate trends in print book production, suggest prospects for those
beginning their careers and examine visions for the future of book.
Speakers and panelists for The Changing Book program will include a variety
of innovative book specialists, educators, and conservators such as:
Mary Lynn Ritzenthaler, John Dean, Mark Andersson, Michael Bierut, Jim
Canary, Chris Clarkson, Jeanne Drewes, Anna Embree, Don Etherington,
Katherine Hayles, Jim Larsen, Chela Metzger, Bill Minter, Paul Parisi,
Roberta Pilette, and Pam Spitzmueller. The event will also include four
book exhibitions, banquet, picnic, tours and a "tent show" exposition which
will feature technical demonstrations, vendors, and informative poster
sessions. The exposition will offer an informal and lively ambience for
discussion, entertainment and inspiration, much in the spirit of a county
fair.
We encourage all who are interested and dedicated to the traditional book
to join in the event. Book conservators, bookbinders, preservation
educators, researchers, specialists, and students in library science, book
studies, and book craft should find The Changing Book exposition highly
relevant and worthwhile. The event is organized and sponsored by the
University of Iowa Libraries. Co-sponsors of the event are L B S Archival
Products and Preservation Technologies, L.P. and the University of Iowa
Center for the Book.
Registration
Registration fees are as follows:
On or before 6.20.05 $190, ($90 student)
After 6.20.05 $260, ($175 student)
The registration fee includes conference materials, receptions, Saturday &
Sunday continental breakfast, morning and afternoon breaks, Saturday lunch,
Banquet, and Sunday picnic. A reduced registration rate is available to
students and those who register prior to June 20, 2005. Advanced
registration is encouraged. Registration may be completed online, by mail,
or fax. Visit our registration page to access our registration form or to
register online:
<http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/pages/registration.htm>http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/pages/registration.htm
Registered participants are invited to submit proposals to present in the
tent show exhibition. Presentations include poster sessions, vendor tables,
and technical demonstrations. Tent Show applications are available here:
<http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/pages/Tent%20Showform.pdf>http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/pages/Tent%20Showform.pdf
For more information, including online registration, please visit our
website: <http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/>http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/book2005/
Edward Shreeves
Director, Collections and Information Resources
University of Iowa Libraries
Iowa City, IA 52242
Phone: 319-335-5873 Fax: 319-335-5900
Email: edward-shreeves_at_uiowa.edu
Received on Mon Feb 14 2005 - 03:04:58 EST