A Memoir Of The York Press: With Notices Of Authors, Printers, And Stationers, In The Sixteenth, Seventeenth, And Eighteenth Centuries (1868) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781166481476)

""A Memoir of the York Press"" is a historical book written by Robert Davies in 1868. The book provides a detailed account of the York Press and its history during the sixteenth, seventeenth, and eighteenth centuries. The author also includes information about the authors, printers, and stationers who were involved in the production of books during this time period. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the York Press. The first chapter provides an overview of the press and its history, while the subsequent chapters delve into specific topics such as the printing of religious texts, the role of the press in the English Civil War, and the development of printing technology in York. Throughout the book, Davies provides a wealth of information about the people who were involved in the York Press, including their backgrounds, their contributions to the press, and their relationships with each other. He also includes anecdotes and stories that bring the history of the press to life. Overall, ""A Memoir of the York Press"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of printing and publishing in England, as well as for those interested in the history of York specifically. The book is well-researched, informative, and engaging, making it a must-read for anyone interested in this fascinating topic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Davies
ISBN-10: 1166481476
ISBN-13: 9781166481476
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 410
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.84d