Introduction to Book History (Hardcover, 2nd edition)

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 Book Censorship by states and religions Social History, and the recognition of underrepresentation of its value to book history studies Contemporary publishing Each 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 book orality to Literacy literacy to printing authors, authorship and authority printers, booksellers, publishers, agents readers and reading the 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.

General

Imprint:	Routledge
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 2012
First published:	2013
Authors:	David Finkelstein • Alistair McCleery
Dimensions:	234 x 156mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover - Cloth over boards
Pages:	176
Edition:	2nd edition
ISBN-13:	978-0-415-68805-5
Categories:	Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Communication studies > Media studies Promotions
LSN:	0-415-68805-1
Barcode:	9780415688055

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