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Tree Bookshelf
Monday, September 5th, 2011
You Do Not Have To Climb A Ladder To Get The Books
Would you like to know some more about the leaning ladder bookshelf? If so, in this article we are going to take a look at what happened before they were invented and a bit about books and bookcases in general and how they help to keep the home cleaner. We will then find out when and where they were first used and then move on to some special types of bookcase and on to where we see the future taking us.
Some form of system of writing things down has been happening for perhaps as long as 10,000 years. Of course they were not books as we know them then, they were just engraved on anything at all such as the bark of trees, tablets of stone or simply clay.
It was not until around 3500 BC that the Egyptians started using paper or papyrus as it was known then.
Books in a form similar to today were first scribed by hand on parchment paper and then bound together. They were written in small amounts and normally related to religion in some way or other. Thus they were kept by the clergy and stored in cupboards or on shelves, usually made of a hard wood such as oak. They were maybe even just like type of ladder bookshelves that we see nowadays.
The earliest recorded bookcases date from about the very late 1500s and they were more just ordinary rooms with shelves where books were kept.
There have been various styles of bookcase through the ages. Sheraton and Chippendale who were famous wood furniture designers in England made them very ornate with glass doors so that the owner could see what books were inside. They were the first people to turn a humble bookshelf into a piece of desirable furniture. Before that they were purely functional.
In the public libraries that emerged the shelves and stanchions were often made of iron as it was felt that they would last longer in that material and the fashion was not too relevant.
In the economy of the world as we know it today people often like DIY “do it yourself” and the building of bookshelves is an ideal way to save money.
It does not take a lot of woodworking knowledge to get some plywood, cut it into the lengths you require and fit it all together. I think this is the future way as it is certainly a lot cheaper to build a leaning ladder bookshelf in this way than to pay a lot of money from the stores.
About the Author
With the way that the economy is today I have had to become the money advice expert for our family and would like to share some ideas that I have found.
I like to write about how to save money on normal household items such as enamel cookware and black table lamps
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KidKraft Nantucket 2-shelf Bookcase $52.99 The Nantucket Bookshelf from Kidkraft features 2 wide, deep shelves perfect for storing books, showcasing trophies, and much more! This beautiful bookcase includes a classic style with wainscoting detail, and a clean, white finish. The Nantucket Bookshelf is sure to look great in any nursery or childs room!… |
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KidKraft® Austin Toy Box $119.90 KidKraft Austin Toy Box. Put a “lid” on the mess! Kid’s room look like a tornado hit it? The Austin Toy Box is here to straighten up that disaster area! Available in an array of colors to seamlessly adapt to any decor, this 30 x 18 x 19″ h. Toy Box features a safety hinge on the lid to protect little fingers from getting pinched and slammed. And aside from the awesome job it does keeping things or… |
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Kidkraft Puzzle Book Shelf – Primary $78.38 Our popular Puzzle Bookshelf is perfect for helping young children stay organized. With its bright colors and creative design, this shelf would look perfect in any boy or girl?s room. Features: Three deep shelves for books, games, toys and more. Sides of shelves shaped like puzzle pieces. Made of wood Sturdy construction Perfect Bookcase for Kids Overall dimensions: 25″W x 11.5″D x 37.5″H… |
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Zacchaeus: Little Man Up a Tree [VHS] $7.97 … |
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Cinderblock Bookshelves $12.63 … |
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Adesso Wright Tall Floor Lamp, Black $110.00 Add beauty and warmth to any room with the Adesso Wright Tall Floor Lamp. The storage space and flattering lighting make this unit a great place to show off antiques or keep books for easy access. So bask in this warmth of the stylish Wright Lamp. Features: Lamp has dark walnut finish open box frame Lamp has collapsible rectangular natural silk shade Lamp has pull chain switch 2 Shelves and bott… |
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Tree Bookshelf Plan (Woodworking Plans) $19.99 Bring the story to life with this Tree Bookshelf. Simple construction and inexpensive materials make this a delight for both the woodworker and the recipient. Includes full size patterns, measured drawings and instructions. Size: 70″ tall by 30″ deep…. |
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Guidecraft Moon and Stars Media Carousel $237.99 Cheerful primary colors and whimsical moon and star cut-outs highlight Guidecrafts fun and versatile Moon and Stars Media Carousel. Use this media storage solution in the bedroom, classroom or entertainment area to store books, videos, CDs and DVDs. This handy unit rotates on its base to provide easy access to each storage area…. |
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KidKraft Austin Toy Box Espresso $71.99 KidKraft Austin Toy Box. Put a “lid” on the mess! Kid’s room look like a tornado hit it? The Austin Toy Box is here to straighten up that disaster area! Available in an array of colors to seamlessly adapt to any decor, this 30 x 18 x 19″ h. Toy Box features a safety hinge on the lid to protect little fingers from getting pinched and slammed. And aside from the awesome job it does keeping things or… |
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Five Little Pumpkins (Harper Growing Tree) $2.35 Five little pumpkins sitting on a gate.The first one said, “Oh my, it’s getting late.”Get ready for some wicked fun as these five pumpkins run and roll! Toddlers will want to chant along with this popular rhyme again and again. Dan Yaccarino’s vibrant and bold illustrations bring these pumpkins to life with personality and style. Toddlers are sure to laugh out loud as these pumpkins roll out of si… |
