Our purpose is to promote the history and tradition of books and materials in the overlapping fields of art, design, and concrete poetry. We specialize in artists books, ephemera, art, prints, and correspondence from the 1960s onward. Beginning early 2025, we are pleased to announce The Artifact Vibration Standard, a proprietary evaluation system that measures individual objects for vibrational energy based on a set of criteria. You can read more about it on our website. Our clientele include collectors, artists, designers, art directors, creative directors, teachers, art and design students, museums, colleges, institutions, and libraries. We occasionally issue print and electronic catalogs. If you would like to be on our mailing list, please let us know. We also purchase books and collections within our fields of interest, and we also help individuals and institutions build collections with a creative focus. If you have any questions, email us at info@theideaofthebook.com. We d love to hear from you. It s raining here in Portland, Ore.
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The Idea of the Book
OR, U.S.A.
Sale & Shipping Terms
Terms of Sale
All items are subject to prior sale. We accept returns, when initiated within 30 days of the estimated delivery date, for all reasons under AbeBooks' Return Policy. Refund amounts are based on the return reason. If the return reason cannot be determined, the minimum required refund amount is equal to the item price. Buyer assumes responsibility to pay for return shipping. Institutions may be invoiced according to their requirements. Reciprocal dealer discounts apply.
Shipping Terms
All orders are shipped within 2–3 business days. Domestic shipping via USPS First Class is $6.00 for the first item, and $3.00 for each additional item. USPS Priority Mail is $12.00 for the first item, and $3.00 for each additional item. If your item is heavy, oversized, or requires insurance we may request additional postage at cost.
International First Class Mail via USPS is $23.50 for the first item, and $4.50 for each additional item. International Priority Mail is $45.00 for the first item, and $7.25 for each additional item. If your item is heavy, oversized, or requires insurance, we may request additional postage at cost. Any possible customs duties or VAT taxes assessed by their country are the responsibility of the buyer.
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
Shipping rates within U.S.A.
| Order quantity |
5 to 28 business days |
2 to 6 business days |
| First item |
US$ 9.00 |
US$ 16.00 |
Delivery times are set by sellers and vary by carrier and location. Orders passing through Customs may face delays and buyers are responsible for any associated duties or fees. Sellers may contact you regarding additional charges to cover any increased costs to ship your items.
