Abel Clemence Of Rouen: A Sixteenth-Century Secret Press (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432630249)

Abel Clemence of Rouen: A Sixteenth-Century Secret Press is a historical non-fiction book written by George Clutton. The book tells the story of Abel Clemence, a printer who operated a secret press in Rouen, France during the 16th century. Clemence's press was used to print Protestant literature, which was illegal at the time and could have resulted in severe punishment if discovered by the authorities.The book provides a detailed account of Clemence's life and work, including his motivations for operating a secret press and the challenges he faced in doing so. Clutton also explores the broader historical context of the Reformation in France and the political and religious tensions that shaped the era.Through extensive research and analysis of primary sources, Clutton offers a vivid portrayal of the clandestine world of 16th-century printing and the risks and rewards of being a Protestant printer in a time of religious turmoil. The book is a valuable resource for scholars and students of French history, the Reformation, and the history of printing and publishing.This Article Is Contained In Vol. XX, No. 2, September 1939 Issue Of The Library, Transactions Of The Bibliographical Society. Contents Also Include: Armorial Book-Stamps And Their Owners, H. J. B. Clements; Another Fragment From Henslowe's Diary, Joseph Quincy Adams; And More.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: George Clutton
ISBN-10: 1432630245
ISBN-13: 9781432630249
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2007
Pages: 144
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.49lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.34d