Author, educator and book restorer Sophia Bogle has nerves of steel: one slip of the hand and a century-old first edition book could be ruined. Come inside her workshop as she breaks down the amazing deconstruction, revitalization, and reassembly that goes into her history preserving speciality.
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Director: Charlie Jordan
Director of Photography: Paul Ramsey
Editor: Richard Trammell
Expert: Sophia Bogle
Creative Producer: Wendi Jonassen
Line Producer: Joseph Buscemi
Associate Producer: Brandon White
Production Manager: D. Eric Martinez
Production Coordinator: Fernando Davila
Camera Operator: John Gurney
Assistant Camera: Drew Cannulett
Sound Mixer: Chad Saddler
Post Production Supervisor: Alexa Deutsch
Post Production Coordinator: Ian Bryant
Supervising Editor: Doug Larsen
Assistant Editor: Andy Morell
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Sarah Rean
November 6, 2023 at 2:15 pm
Really though Instagram is full of lady like her.
The O
November 6, 2023 at 2:21 pm
This woman is a true artist. Highly skilled, with an artists eye to restoration. Hats off to her !!!
Save Your Books
November 6, 2023 at 3:58 pm
Thank you!
prochinczyk2
November 6, 2023 at 2:35 pm
Meanwhile Disney…
Denis Brooker
November 6, 2023 at 2:35 pm
Youtube is charging me to view your content. I am going to miss it.
Marilyn C
November 6, 2023 at 3:12 pm
I want to be her
Jain
November 6, 2023 at 3:22 pm
I love her.
R. Kevin Moore
November 6, 2023 at 4:04 pm
As a followup to this, you should tour the Boston Athenaeum restoration and special libraries. It’s a wonder and they have an event once a year or so where members can go in and make their own books. 🙂
M. Gustafson
November 6, 2023 at 5:31 pm
Yes, it’s great!
Dan Richman
November 6, 2023 at 4:15 pm
So cool! Thanks to her and to Wired.
Sung Lee
November 6, 2023 at 4:27 pm
Wonderful story. I’m glad Sophia’s story was told.
Moon Gods
November 6, 2023 at 4:40 pm
Will you interview Angelina Jolie.
DavidAWA
November 6, 2023 at 4:41 pm
I would love to know if book repair people follow mostly best practices or if they have personal techniques
Jan P.
November 6, 2023 at 4:45 pm
This brings back memories. Years ago, I did an apprenticeship at a manual bookbinder’s. On quiet days, I could help the bookbinder’s wife restore antique books. Loved every minute of it. Pity I couldn’t do restoration full-time, so I decided to become a teacher instead. Another way to spend time with books. 😉
Dean Marconi
November 6, 2023 at 4:53 pm
This woman needs a YT channel! I would watch her restore books all day.
Noerdy
November 6, 2023 at 5:49 pm
She is delightful
Stephanie Soressi
November 6, 2023 at 7:01 pm
I want to be an apprentice to Sophia Bogle!
Mr. X
November 6, 2023 at 7:10 pm
Nice lady.
Isabella Davis
November 6, 2023 at 7:35 pm
0:00: 📚 Meet Sophia Bogle, a book restorer who has dedicated her life to preserving our stories.
3:43: 📚 Jeff Peachey showcases his unique bookbinding tools and techniques.
7:29: 📚 Restoring a unique book spine is a challenging and rewarding process.
Recap by Tammy AI
Eric Foster
November 6, 2023 at 7:48 pm
Sometimes the algorithm really comes through. Loved this subject matter/presenter/video!
Benjamin the Tortoise
November 6, 2023 at 8:00 pm
Fascinating and beautiful
T. Le
November 6, 2023 at 8:13 pm
That 3-dot triangle is actually the Triad’s gang sign lol
Hoseaistheone
November 7, 2023 at 7:23 am
Wow, Sophia you are my hero! You are such a treasure. I hope you take on apprentices to take up the craft.
Conosis
November 7, 2023 at 7:38 am
you should do “Matthew Walker answers most searched web questions”
leopardundflamingo
November 7, 2023 at 7:45 am
She is so passion about her art
MELODY ShortsMusic
November 7, 2023 at 8:45 am
Great video😊
Monish Raj
November 7, 2023 at 10:11 am
I’ve never said this statement before cuz I thought it’s cringe.. But here I go “Some Superheroes don’t wear capes”🦸♀💫
Alona Chiong
November 7, 2023 at 10:42 am
So this is what it looks like doing your dream job ❤
Moonshine
November 7, 2023 at 1:40 pm
So interesting!!!
ButterBunny
November 7, 2023 at 10:11 pm
Its giving “YOU” vibes XD
ParkTheRipper
November 7, 2023 at 10:49 pm
This woman just wants her “sign” on every book😂
Just another face in the crowd
November 8, 2023 at 1:15 am
What an awesome job. 👍
Gheston
November 8, 2023 at 5:16 am
A true treasure; we can all hope to share the same enthusiasm about restoration
Eljay
November 8, 2023 at 7:50 am
Fascinating!
Mica Ela
November 8, 2023 at 8:27 am
I studied book binding and this woman is on another plain of existence
🤯 and she does every single part too? Amazing. Hope she has an apprentice so her craft can last as long as possible💖
Emili Danielyan
November 8, 2023 at 12:15 pm
Her earrings, you guys!!
CptVein
November 8, 2023 at 4:06 pm
10-12 hours actually seems hella fast!
Rhade
November 8, 2023 at 9:59 pm
You’re a gift to humanity
P Pan
November 8, 2023 at 10:05 pm
Just followed her channel “Save Your Books”!! I hope she’ll update more frequently, I could watch her restorations all day every day!!!
Bert Ferri
November 9, 2023 at 12:41 am
All that skill and dedication. It means nothing to the book burners.
Nathan Moore
November 9, 2023 at 3:29 am
Miracle worker
muchas gracias
November 9, 2023 at 7:01 pm
Meanwhile , in an alterative universe, Sophia is busy restoring Kindles.
pi hermoso
November 10, 2023 at 12:40 am
How much to restore my signed first edition ‘ Mein Kampf ‘ ?
rafflesmaos
November 10, 2023 at 3:15 am
My maternal grandparents were bookbinders, and they both passed away when I was very little. This is really interesting insight into some of what they might have been doing, thanks!
Event Hʘriךּon
November 10, 2023 at 5:54 am
her energy is so contagious!!!
Sade Pennbrook
November 10, 2023 at 6:17 am
Do you know how many times I’ve tried looking up Book Restoration ASMR on YouTube and came up short? I bind my own hard covers for journals and this stuff is so relaxing it knocks me out while I’m working. I can’t ever finish a cover in day. This lady needs to start her own YouTube channel.
Saint Zar
November 10, 2023 at 9:59 am
This chick lives the vida loca
iRaven23
November 10, 2023 at 1:05 pm
The video reminds me of my favourite manga called “Toshokan no Daimajutsushi”. I didn’t know book restorers still exist nowadays. Interesting.
Rebecca Elliott
November 10, 2023 at 1:16 pm
I did this job in college too although with a lot less complex repairs. It was the best job I’ve ever had!
The Page Wizard's Library
November 10, 2023 at 10:36 pm
Truly inspiring ❤
CJ
November 11, 2023 at 2:37 am
♥️♥️♥️
Ian
November 11, 2023 at 6:56 pm
doing this while listening to music would be fun
henlo henlo
November 12, 2023 at 12:16 am
cool skills she is artist and an engineer and mechanic all lumped together. similar skills i want to gain when working on autobody or various other things. its like a healer ability for items.
Falk Hammermüller
November 12, 2023 at 5:03 am
That was awesome
Cynthia Weaver
November 12, 2023 at 7:57 am
More more more with her!
S Jain
November 12, 2023 at 8:18 am
wonderful thanks!! 📚📖
Get Ready
November 12, 2023 at 11:29 am
Only 12 hours to restore that book?
I thought it could take at least 3 months!
Tinderbox
November 12, 2023 at 2:41 pm
I’m annoyed with the YouTube algorithm for not having recommended her channel to me yet. I also have books I want to send to her! Doubt I can afford her though, lol
Save Your Books
November 13, 2023 at 7:59 pm
They are supposed to be adding a link soon. 🤞
Alexandre B
November 12, 2023 at 6:06 pm
Loved this, loved her! 💜
Antonio Emilio
November 12, 2023 at 8:37 pm
You are a fairy godmother. 🤩
Save Your Books
November 13, 2023 at 7:58 pm
Aww thanks.
EphemerAll
November 12, 2023 at 11:28 pm
Very nice. I just got a copy of the Lost Princess of Oz. Thankfully it is in good shape.
stardresser1
November 13, 2023 at 1:27 am
Ah, I think I will be cheating on Julian Baumgartner with Sophia…shhh, don’t tell him.
Visimech
November 13, 2023 at 3:18 am
She NEEDS to start a Baumgartner-esque youtube channel
Anubhuti pandey
November 13, 2023 at 3:58 am
Very nice thinking ❤
Sharlene Zuhlke
November 13, 2023 at 8:04 am
Amazing! I wish I had learned this 40 years ago.
KungFuChess
November 13, 2023 at 9:33 am
Hope she knows that some of these old books used lead paint to die the book covers, especially the green colors.
john smith
November 13, 2023 at 9:39 am
I’m wondering how paper gets submerged in water like that and doesn’t wrinkle up like crazy when it dries out.
Save Your Books
November 13, 2023 at 7:56 pm
I use a blotter sandwich. Blotter, Hollytex, Paper, Hollytex, Blotter. More weight as it dries.
Iasonas Kolaklidis
November 13, 2023 at 2:59 pm
50 years in prison than do that for 50years easy i steal a shop and w8 for the police
Dan Absalonson
November 13, 2023 at 3:18 pm
This is so cool!
Alienated
November 13, 2023 at 9:10 pm
This level of craftsmanship is inspiring
Richard Cary
November 13, 2023 at 9:51 pm
The fact that she loves her occupation is reflected in the outcome of each book that she restores.
Maya D
November 14, 2023 at 1:09 am
I first learned of the craft when i read Inkheart as a child and always found it sooo fascinating!
PepeCovfefe
November 14, 2023 at 7:32 am
Digital books, problem solved
Ian Weis
November 14, 2023 at 7:51 am
So interesting. My mother entrusted me with some very old books that were crumbling apart. I dont think theyre anything particularly noteworthy or valuable to anyone else, but Id love to see them restored. Before this video, I hadn’t even considered they could somehow be brought back into readable condition. Thanks for sharing.
Ian Zainea
November 14, 2023 at 8:11 am
0:24 no one wants to see how the sausage gets made
Carmen PdL
November 14, 2023 at 9:38 am
Che lavoro meraviglioso! 💖Mi piacerebbe tanto imparare!
Thais Gregorio
November 14, 2023 at 9:47 am
This is amazing!
Lara
November 14, 2023 at 11:06 am
So cool!
Bacalao
November 14, 2023 at 12:41 pm
She really needs a YT channel. This is super satisfying!
Save Your Books
November 15, 2023 at 1:47 pm
My channel and website are all Save Your Books. I am doing live restorations most Thursday mornings. Cheers! ~Sophia There is a link in the section ‘Show more’ above.
Saucy Waffles 🧇
November 14, 2023 at 4:33 pm
This isn’t an obsession it’s a straight service to society
Save Your Books
November 15, 2023 at 1:45 pm
Aww… Thanks! 😊
Basics Type
November 14, 2023 at 11:42 pm
She’s amazing!
DrummerlovesBookworm
November 14, 2023 at 11:55 pm
I love you! 😂😂🥰
Kevin K.
November 15, 2023 at 12:57 am
Omg this was amazing, I absolutely adore this woman!! Great find.
Winged Canvas
November 15, 2023 at 12:58 am
WOW! Thank you so much Sophia for the artistry you’ve shown us here. This is gorgeous!
Save Your Books
November 15, 2023 at 1:45 pm
You are welcome! ✨
Akevy
November 15, 2023 at 1:27 am
Dont know why this was recommended. I already own a kindle.
But…i still watched the while thing.
Sue McConchie
November 15, 2023 at 1:32 am
That was so amazing to see! I would love that job..🥰🥰😍😍
Sandrine Durand
November 15, 2023 at 12:34 pm
Thank goodness for artist such as you.
Irwin Bruce
November 15, 2023 at 12:38 pm
something that would sound very boring for some people at first but when you met and see such a very nice and passionate woman that loves what she is doing, it is just a wonderful experience to watch
Binge Squad
November 15, 2023 at 3:04 pm
Seeing restorations like these bring joy in my heart ♥especially after reminiscing the sacred Nalanda University Library in India which was burned down in the 12th century by Muhammad bin Bakhtiyar Khilji led army, which had an estimated 500,000+ books and manuscripts in the library all of which had to be burned down for 3 months straight to be lost in time, forever.
TacoCabra Televisión
November 15, 2023 at 5:14 pm
10/10 short documentary
Amy Graves
November 15, 2023 at 5:21 pm
The reason I’m watching this is because I have a first edition book I want restored and by coincidence its the Wizard of Oz
Kristina Violette
November 15, 2023 at 5:41 pm
What a fascinating video. Thank you for sharing your story ☺️💜
Diana Gusterson
November 15, 2023 at 7:06 pm
Just wonderful 💯😊
Deb Carroll
November 15, 2023 at 9:27 pm
This was fascinating to watch! I am reading through the bookbinder mystery series by Kate Carlisle right now, so I am glad I happened upon this wonderful video!
Sally Weiner
November 15, 2023 at 9:40 pm
This is so cool!!!!
JANKEN
November 16, 2023 at 5:49 am
What an incredible lady doing such incredible art! If she hasnt she should write a book of her story!
Midweek Perfect
November 16, 2023 at 7:06 am
Nice
Linda D Jones
November 16, 2023 at 3:59 pm
Wow! This was very informative. It’s so nice to see old books come back to life for new generations to read and enjoy.❤