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60 Father's Day Gifts for the Book Lover

From 8-Bit Bookmarks to Vintage Novel Clocks

— June 11, 2014 — Fashion
The day of dads is just around the corner and for those who are focusing on favorite pastimes for a meaningful present, this list of Father's Day gifts for the book lover will be extremely helpful. Although many have gravitated towards digital books and e-readers, there is something to be said for a man who cherishes the past in the present.

From vintage novel clocks to literature-inspired laptop decals, there is something for every intellectual dad out there. Although most of these Father's Day gifts for the book lover are steeped in tradition, some of their applications will resonate deeply with modern men. Whether classic or contemporary, fathers will appreciate the creativity and thoughtfulness of many of these clever concepts.
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Alcohol Origin Literature
Alcohol Origin Literature
The Drunken Botanist by Amy Stewart Details the Processes Behind Booze
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Complexly Creased Page Savers
Complexly Creased Page Savers
The Arjowiggins Bookmark Folds in Ways to Pinpoint Your Paragraph
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Fictitious Literature Perfumes
Fictitious Literature Perfumes
'Imaginary Authors' is a Perfume Line Inspired by Made-Up Authors
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Literary Diss Wallets
Literary Diss Wallets
This Philosophers Guild Wallet is Laden with Shakespearean Insults
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Bookmarking Electrical Cables
Bookmarking Electrical Cables
The SOLO1LIBRO Lamp Provides Light and is Fit to Save Your Page
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Medieval Literature Mashup Art
Medieval Literature Mashup Art
Tumblr User Converts Eric Carle’s Classic to Game of Thrones
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Teetering Triangular Page Savers
Teetering Triangular Page Savers
Bookmark by Paul Cocksedge Keeps Novels' Spines Split and Sways
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Java-Holding Literature
Java-Holding Literature
Lawrence Watt-Evans Prints His Novel on Coffee Mugs
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Deep Sea Leviathan Bookends
Deep Sea Leviathan Bookends
Chart Your Reading with the Start to Fin Bookends
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Nostalgic Music Bookmarks
Nostalgic Music Bookmarks
Never Lose Your Page with the Cassette Tape Bookmark
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Hemp-Infused Literature
Hemp-Infused Literature
The Snoop Dogg Rolling Papers are Bound in a Book
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Literature-Scented Sprays
Literature-Scented Sprays
The Demeter Paperback Cologne Smells Like Aged Books
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Literature-Inspired Writers
Literature-Inspired Writers
Mont Blanc 'Carlo Collodi' Pen Gets Inspired by an Old Classic
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Formerly Forbidden Literature Mugs
Formerly Forbidden Literature Mugs
The Banned Book Mug Celebrates Famously Banned Books
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Literature Loving Tables
Literature Loving Tables
This Glass-Topped Sculptural Table Pays Homage to Your Inner Bookworm
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Literature-Loaded Memory Keys
Literature-Loaded Memory Keys
The USB Digital Library Comes Packed with Over 3000 Books
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Vibrant Intellectual Everyday Products
Vibrant Intellectual Everyday Products
The School of Life's Line of Hipster Products is Stylish
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Literary Power Sources
Literary Power Sources
The Book Chargers Allow You to Read and Recharge in One
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Iconic Novel-Quoted Prints
Iconic Novel-Quoted Prints
These Book Quote Posters Give Insight and Inspiration to the Home
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Monolithic Page Markers
Monolithic Page Markers
The Petrifications Bookmarks Make Monuments of Unfinished Reading Material
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Sassy Book Satchels
Sassy Book Satchels
The Joy Tote Bag by The Joy of Ex Foundation Offers Dry Humor
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Bold Citrus Novel Storage
Bold Citrus Novel Storage
The Lemon Bookends by Design Atelier Article are a Fresh and Fabulous
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Literary Foot Stools
Literary Foot Stools
The Bibliopouf by Nobody&Co Combines Literature and Comfort
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Playright Packaged Tissues
Playright Packaged Tissues
The Shakespeare Tissue Box Cover Will End Your Nose Woes
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Electronic Page Savers
Electronic Page Savers
The eBookmark Uses Touchable Leds to Let You Know Where You Left Off
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Seductive Leg Bookmarks
Seductive Leg Bookmarks
These Cabaret Legs Bookmarks Will Spice Up Your Novels
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Book Quote Clothes Patches
Book Quote Clothes Patches
These Iron-On Patches Bring Reading Back
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Recycled Vintage Novel Clocks
Recycled Vintage Novel Clocks
These Recycled Wall Clocks Turn Old Books into Functional Timepieces
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Paper-Made Mother's Day Masterpieces
Paper-Made Mother's Day Masterpieces
Custom Folded Book Art Creations from Etsy Shop CalebAdamsArt
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Classic Literature Book Covers
Classic Literature Book Covers
These Luxury Book Cover Designs by Richard Tuttle are Amazing
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Lopsided Ledge Bookshelves
Lopsided Ledge Bookshelves
The Spiga Bookcase Comprises a Stack of Askew L-Shaped Cradles
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Literature-Printed Shawls
Literature-Printed Shawls
The 'A Good Book' Scarves by storiarts Incorporate the Classics
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Steel Tilted Book Organizers
Steel Tilted Book Organizers
Artistically Display Your Treasured Novels with the Magda Bookshelf
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Open Birdhouse Bookshelves
Open Birdhouse Bookshelves
Ferm Living Studios Can Become Home to a Variety of Items
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Zombie Appendage Bookmarks
Zombie Appendage Bookmarks
Anna Sternik Fashions Placeholders that Look Like Rotting Hands
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Vortex Book Art
Vortex Book Art
This Book Sculpture Was Made with Absolutely No Photoshopping
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Triangular Wooden Bookmarks
Triangular Wooden Bookmarks
The Book Hook Holds Your Page and Your Novel
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Page-Saving Surfaces
Page-Saving Surfaces
The Bookmark Table by Pawel Grobelny is a Convenient Reading Station
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Animalistic Book-End Accessories
Animalistic Book-End Accessories
The Sturer Bock for Pulpo is a Fierce Way to Display Literature
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Stickman Bookmarks
Stickman Bookmarks
The ‘Help!’ Bookmark is a Paperclip with Arms
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Literary Device Docks
Literary Device Docks
Etsy Shop Angiesbookattic Makes Literature-inspired Tech Accessories
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Suspended Book Shelving
Suspended Book Shelving
The Agustav Book Rack is Minimalist and Multifunctional
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Bookish Lamp Designs
Bookish Lamp Designs
These Sculptural Book Lamps Come From Etsy BomDesignNL
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Modern Finger-Focused Stationery
Modern Finger-Focused Stationery
These Bookmarks and Paper Clips Designs are Finger-Friendly
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Nerdy 8-Bit Bookmarks
Nerdy 8-Bit Bookmarks
These Sci-Fi-Inspired Book Placeholders are Geek Chic
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Malleable Bookshelves
Malleable Bookshelves
Luke Hart's 'Rubber Shelves' is Fit for Literature of All Sizes
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Woodland Critter Bookshelves
Woodland Critter Bookshelves
This Deer Bookshelf was Created by Design Company beDesign
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Literature-Inspired Decals
Literature-Inspired Decals
The Giving Tree Sticker Will Remind You to be Generous
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One-Handed Reading Devices
One-Handed Reading Devices
The Thumb Thing Will Let You Enjoy Your Favorite Book Comfortably
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Dangerously Deceptive Bookmarks
Dangerously Deceptive Bookmarks
These Clever Bookmarks Will Save Your Place and Scare Your Family
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Floating Literature Holders
Floating Literature Holders
The 'Conceal Book Shelf' Makes One a Reading Magician
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Book-Built House Decor
Book-Built House Decor
Artist Frank Halmans Turns Literary Classics into Houses with Windows
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Novel Camping Shelters
Novel Camping Shelters
Jack Maxwell's Fully Booked Tent is Made for the Lit Lover
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See-Through Bookmarks
See-Through Bookmarks
The DIY Transparent Book Marker Includes Adorable Designs
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Eloquent Page Markers
Eloquent Page Markers
The Text Metal Bookmarks Speak on Your Behalf
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Paper Bag Book Bindings
Paper Bag Book Bindings
These DIY Book Bindings are a Simple and Creative Project
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Literature-Shingled Lamps
Literature-Shingled Lamps
The Zipper 8 Lighting Collection Covers Bulbs with Book Contents
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Literature Fingerprint Artworks
Literature Fingerprint Artworks
The Thumbprint Portraits by Chery Sorg Feature Titles and Passages
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