Introduction to Book History by David Finkelstein, Alistair McCleery
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Description This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field.
Publisher Description
This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field, including:The Postcolonial BookCensorship by states and religionsSocial History, and the recognition of underrepresentation of its value to book history studiesContemporary publishingEach section begins with a summary of the chapter's aims and contents, followed by a detailed discussion of the relevant issues, concluding with a summary of the chapter and points to ponder. Sections include:the history of the bookorality to Literacyliteracy to printingauthors, authorship and authorityprinters, booksellers, publishers, agentsreaders and readingthe future of the book. An Introduction to Book History is an ideal introduction to this exciting field of study, and is designed as a companion text to The Book History Reader.
Author Biography
David Finkelstein is Dean of Humanities at the University of Dundee, UK.Alistair McCleery is Professor of Literature and Culture at Edinburgh Napier University, UK.
Details ISBN 041568806X ISBN-13 9780415688062 Title Introduction to Book History Author David Finkelstein, Alistair McCleery Format Paperback Year 2012 Pages 176 Edition 2nd Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd GE_Item_ID:139141694; About Us
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