Early Printed Books (1893) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436637404)

Early Printed Books (1893) by Edward Gordon Duff is a comprehensive guide to the history of printing, focusing on the early days of the printing press. The book covers the development of printing technology, the rise of the printing industry, and the impact of printed books on society. Duff provides a detailed analysis of the different types of early printed books, including incunabula, block books, and illuminated manuscripts. He also examines the role of early printers, such as Gutenberg and Caxton, in shaping the history of printing. The book features numerous illustrations and facsimiles of early printed books, providing readers with a visual understanding of the subject matter. Overall, Early Printed Books is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of printing and the early days of the book industry.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: Edward Gordon Duff
ISBN-10: 1436637406
ISBN-13: 9781436637404
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 256
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.20lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.75d