Rare books of ancient books can be divided into Song edition, Liao edition, Xixia edition, Yuan edition, Ming edition and Qing edition. Forms can be divided into block printing and movable type printing; Movable type can be divided into wood type, copper type, clay type, lead type and tin type; The content is divided into printed copies, manuscripts, transcripts and school-based approvals. Song edition is the most precious ancient book. As early as the Ming and Qing Dynasties, Song Ben was sought after by bibliophiles.

Rare books of ancient books contain rich historical accumulation and cultural value;

Therefore, it is an important part of our national culture and should be cherished. In recent years, the collection of rare books of ancient books has also become a very keen thing for collectors. The collection of rare books of ancient books needs to pay attention to some preservation skills, otherwise it will be easily damaged. Be sure to pay attention to moistureproof, insect-proof, waterproof, etc.

To collect rare books of ancient books, collectors should turn over the books regularly and let the paper "breathe". Especially in rainy days, try to avoid opening the bookcase. In ancient times, paper was usually made of bamboo paper or cotton paper, and the paper was pulped with lime water to make it absorbent.

It is easy to get moldy in a humid environment. At the same time, the book is printed twice a year. When the weather is dry and the northwest wind blows, open the cupboard and let the air circulate. In autumn and winter, it is best to take out the rare books of ancient books and "dry them", but not in the scorching sun, but in a ventilated place indoors.