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A History of the Art of Bookbinding: With Some Account of the Books of the Ancients (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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An Inquiry into the Nature and Form of the Books of the Ancients, with a History of Bookbinding from the Times Of the Greeks and Romans to the Present Day.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1331501458
- ISBN 13 9781331501459
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages320
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Embark on a captivating journey through the history of books and the art of bookbinding. This book delves into the earliest forms of record-keeping, from prehistoric cave paintings to the intricate clay tablets of ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt. Explore the evolution of writing systems, from cuneiform and hieroglyphics to the development of papyrus and parchment as writing materials. Discover the ingenuity of early civilizations in preserving their knowledge and stories for future generations. The author's meticulous research sheds light on the craftsmanship of bookbinding across different cultures and eras. From the opulence of gold-tooled bindings to the intricate artistry of embroidered covers, the book showcases the evolution of this art form and its significance in protecting and enhancing written works. Ultimately, this book reveals how the history of books and bookbinding is deeply intertwined with the history of human civilization itself, reflecting our enduring quest to capture and transmit knowledge, ideas, and artistic expression across time. Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works. The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781331501459_0
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