This lavishly illustrated volume explores one of the most versatile, useful and enduring technologies ever invented: the book. Books' Living History charts the evolution and influence of books around the world, from the cuneiform tablets of ancient Sumer through the development of movable type and the emergence of the modern information revolution. A feast for traditional book-lovers, as well as an inspiration for those excited by new electronic technologies, this beautifully produced volume celebrates the enduring power and magic of books.
Books: A Living History
Introduction: The Power and Magic of the Book - 1. Ancient and Medieval World - 2. The New Culture of Print - 3. Enlightenment and the Masses - 4. The Publisher Arrives - 5. Knowledge for All - Conclusion: The New Age of the Book
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