The History of the Book in the West: 5-Volume Set

Alexis Weedon editor

Format:Set / collection

Publisher:Taylor & Francis Ltd

Published:18th May '10

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The History of the Book in the West: 5-Volume Set cover

This unique five volume set provides a comprehensive resource of the most significant published essays on book history in the West starting with the codex and finishing in the 20th century. The editors have carefully selected the best literature from a wealth of relatively inaccessible sources and written substantial introductions which provide an overview of the period. The papers are reproduced in entirety with their original page numbers to aid comprehensive research and accurate referencing. Together the volumes provide an essential compendium for students and scholars of book history.

'...a rich resource that will support teaching in any field that concerns itself with the production and consumption of printed words.' Australian Academic & Research Libraries AARL

ISBN: 9780754627807

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 454g

2900 pages