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The Museum: A Manual Of The Housing And Care Of Art Collections is a book written by Margaret Talbot Jackson and originally published in 1917. The book is a comprehensive guide to the proper housing and care of art collections in museums. The book covers a wide range of topics related to museum management, including the design and construction of museum buildings, the selection and acquisition of art objects, the organization and display of exhibitions, and the maintenance and preservation of art collections. Jackson draws on her extensive experience as a curator and museum director to provide practical advice and guidance to museum professionals. She emphasizes the importance of careful planning and attention to detail in all aspects of museum management, from the selection of art objects to the design of exhibition spaces. The book also includes detailed discussions of topics such as lighting, climate control, security, and conservation, all of which are essential to the proper care and preservation of art collections. Overall, The Museum: A Manual Of The Housing And Care Of Art Collections is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the management of museums and art collections. Its practical advice and detailed guidance make it an essential reference for museum professionals and students of museum studies alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.