Erhard Ratdolt And His Work At Venice (1894) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781164636175)

Erhard Ratdolt and His Work at Venice is a book written by Gilbert Richard Redgrave and published in 1894. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of Erhard Ratdolt, a German printer who worked in Venice during the late 15th century. Ratdolt was known for his exceptional skill in printing and was one of the most important figures in the development of printing technology during the Renaissance period. The book covers Ratdolt's life in detail, including his early years in Augsburg and his move to Venice in the late 1470s. It discusses his work as a printer and publisher, including his collaborations with notable figures such as Johannes de Spira and Aldus Manutius. The book also provides a detailed analysis of Ratdolt's printing techniques and the impact of his work on the development of printing technology.In addition to providing a biography of Ratdolt, the book also includes a comprehensive bibliography of his works, along with illustrations of some of his most notable publications. It is a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts of printing and Renaissance history, providing insight into the life and work of one of the most important figures in the history of printing.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: Gilbert Richard Redgrave
ISBN-10: 1164636170
ISBN-13: 9781164636175
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 80
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.44lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.17d