On one level, the book of the bibliophile constitutes a programmatic text, presenting the philosophy and aesthetic identity of Lemerre Editions, marking their presence on the publishing map of France.

On another level, and this is the most important, Lemerre seems to be aware of the role and contribution of the publisher in the process of transforming society. Since the Enlightenment and onwards, with a notable example being the publication of the Encyclopedia, it becomes clear that the publisher is not just a mere middleman who creates books, but an actively shaping force of his time.

Through its products, it performs two functions: on one hand, it reflects the ideological and aesthetic perceptions of its time; on the other hand, it suggests new values and opens pathways towards the "new." In the few lines of the current volume, the endeavor of the French publisher becomes evident, aiming to highlight the connection between the publishing industry and the past, always referencing the expectations it harbors for the future.