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Back cover: This publication doesn’t fit the typical mold of an art picture book, despite featuring images of artworks, nor is it a strictly scientific treatise, though it incorporates chemical formulae! It intricately delves into the realms of both art and science, marking a significant step in the ongoing journey to comprehend the challenges linked with plastics in museum collections. Equally crucial, it serves as a guiding beacon for future endeavors. Much like plastics, which are relatively recent materials, the science of their degradation is still in its youth. Understanding how to preserve our plastic heritage is a field in its early stages. This book is crafted for the conservation community keen on safeguarding art and design pieces, irrespective of the diverse range of materials they might be composed of.