This book details the incredible history of libraries and the written word, beginning with the invention of the alphabet in Egypt. It explores the rise of Greek libraries, the impressive collections of Alexandria, and famous libraries of the Roman Empire. The author examines the key roles played by monasteries in the preservation and creation of books during medieval times. The book follows the history of library development through the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and the modern era, discussing the impact of industrialization, technology, and the explosion of information on libraries. This book is an excellent resource for anyone with an interest in the fascinating journey of recorded knowledge, highlighting how libraries and books have been integral to human civilization.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book details the incredible history of libraries and the written word, beginning with the invention of the alphabet in Egypt. It explores the rise of Greek libraries, the impressive collections of Alexandria, and famous libraries of the Roman Empire. The author examines the key roles played by monasteries in the preservation and creation of books during medieval times. The book follows the history of library development through the Renaissance, the Enlightenment, and the modern era, discussing the impact of industrialization, technology, and the explosion of information on libraries. This book is an excellent resource for anyone with an interest in the fascinating journey of recorded knowledge, highlighting how libraries and books have been integral to human civilization. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243181964_0
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