There will be very few PLA members who do not have vivid memories of David Chambers, for many years the indisputable 'head honcho' at the Private Libraries Association.
Here is David in about 1970 at his Cuckoo Hill Press, named after the road in Pinner where he lived.
As far as the Private Libraries Association is concerned, as Philip Ward gradually withdrew David stepped up, and there will be very few members of the Association unaffected in some way by David Chambers' influence.
With wonderful contributions (including from David's children), the present indefatigable editor of the Private Library (David Butcher), has produced a truly memorable issue of Private Library in tribute to David Chambers.
It will be on its way to all PLA members very soon.
"We have waited years for this moment, and at last Graham has completed his books on printing woodblocks well." Graham & Jan at 'The Florin Press' Vent House, Stalisfield Road, Charing, Kent TN27 0HH It might take 30 seconds for the copy to download...
John Arnold's book 'The Scholartis Press' has been steered splendidly to publication by Paul Nash. Congratulations to both of them, and to all PLA members who receive a complimentary copy as part of their subscription.
Sometimes it's not the book, but but the association that counts.
The Working Library of Anthony Wood, Heraldic Artist
Yes indeed... Far, far too much Nag!
The Nomad Press is at home!