9781331994985 - Manual of Bibliography (Classic Reprint): Being an Introduction to the Knowledge of Books, Library Management, and the Art of Cataloguing, with a List ... Index of ... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the history of printing, which began in China and developed in Europe through innovators like Gutenberg, Fust, and Schoeffer. The text traces the birth of printing in cities like Haarlem, Strasburg, and Mentz, explaining how xylographic forerunners paved the way for movable type. The author describes the spread of printing throughout Italy and Europe, with a special focus on the influence of Aldus Manutius and other Venetian printers. The book also covers pivotal moments like the Reformation, which saw an explosion in the production of religious texts. The author explores the role of book collecting and its impact on the appreciation of rare and beautiful books, discussing topics such as distinctive signs of early printed books and the use of abbreviations in book descriptions. Through a close examination of the development of printing technology and its impact on society, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the origins and evolution of the printed word, offering insights into the role of printing in shaping the dissemination of knowledge and ideas. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.