The History of the Book in the West: 5-Volume Set / Edition 1
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.
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The History of the Book in the West: 5-Volume Set / Edition 1
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.
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The History of the Book in the West: 5-Volume Set / Edition 1

The History of the Book in the West: 5-Volume Set / Edition 1

The History of the Book in the West: 5-Volume Set / Edition 1

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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.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780754627807
Publisher: Taylor & Francis
Publication date: 05/18/2010
Series: The History of the Book in the West: A Library of Critical Essays
Edition description: 1
Pages: 2900
Product dimensions: 10.24(w) x 13.58(h) x 8.07(d)

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Alexis Weedon is Professor and Director of the Research Institute for Media Art and Design, University of Bedfordshire, UK
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