Synopsis The papers included in this volume cover a variety   of topics and are broadly divided into three sections: Heritage and Museology, General Considerations of Conservation and Conservation of Specific Materials. They cover a wide spectrum which includes interesting and practical topics. This book would be useful to Conservators and Museologists who could find hints for preserving, restoring and displaying museum objects. Besides, the well informed layman may be able to reflect upon and to understand the broad outlines of the subjects covered in the book.