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A Dictionary Of Book History

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Books have been with us in one form or another since the dawn of civilization, and the general reader is often in need of information about the written and printed word. This dictionary is an indispensable tool for anyone who seeks quick and easy information on the history of the book,
including articles on virtually everything the curious reader will want to know. It presents 650 alphabetically arranged articles of varying length and covers such diverse topics as: bibliographies and bibliographical societies; the history of printing, publishing, and bookselling; famous books,
bestiaries, and bibles; and writing in the ancient world. A unique addition to the reference shelf, the work is a must for all those who use and love the printed wor

Language: English

Pages: 320

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Release: April 16, 1987

ISBN: 0195205200

ISBN 13: 9780195205206

A Dictionary Of Book History

4/5 ( ratings)

Books have been with us in one form or another since the dawn of civilization, and the general reader is often in need of information about the written and printed word. This dictionary is an indispensable tool for anyone who seeks quick and easy information on the history of the book,
including articles on virtually everything the curious reader will want to know. It presents 650 alphabetically arranged articles of varying length and covers such diverse topics as: bibliographies and bibliographical societies; the history of printing, publishing, and bookselling; famous books,
bestiaries, and bibles; and writing in the ancient world. A unique addition to the reference shelf, the work is a must for all those who use and love the printed wor

Language: English

Pages: 320

Format: Hardcover

Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA

Release: April 16, 1987

ISBN: 0195205200

ISBN 13: 9780195205206

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