Book in English.

Brochure, size 17 x 25 cm. 176 pp. Copyright 1962 by La Bibliofila, Via Manzoni 14, Milano. This volume is compiled by Carla Marzoli. Designed by Max Huber. Printed in Italy with the technical assistance of Giancarlo Rizzarda. The edition consists of two thousand numbered copies on Fabriano paper.

A Collection of Seventy-two Writing-Books and Specimens from the Italian, French, Low Countries and Spanish Schools. Catalogued and Described with Upwards of 210 illustrations and an Introduction by Stanley Morison.

Carla G. Marzoli wrote for this book:

(...)Upon completion of the description of the books I submitted a proof of the pages to Mr. Stanley Morison, whom I asked to write a few words of introduction. He estimated the value of the Catalogue, decided he was in the position to measure the degree of thoroughness with shich the description had been drafted and to appreciate the extent of labor included in the whole work. Working with Mr. Morison has been one of the most gratifying and rewarding experiences of my entire career. I learned much from him.(...)