Compositors' Tools And Materials: A Primer Of Information About Composing Sticks, Galleys, Leads Brass Rules, Cutting And Mitering Machines, Etc. (1918)

ISBN 10: 1162076658 / ISBN 13: 9781162076652

Published by Kessinger Publishing, 2010

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Compositors' Tools And Materials: A Primer Of Information About Composing Sticks, Galleys, Leads Brass Rules, Cutting And Mitering Machines, Etc. (1918)
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication Date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1162076658
• ISBN 13: 9781162076652
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: New

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""Compositors' Tools and Materials: A Primer of Information about Composing Sticks, Galleys, Leads Brass Rules, Cutting and Mitering Machines, Etc."" is a book written by Alexander A. Stewart and published in 1918. The book is a comprehensive guide to the tools and materials used by compositors in the printing industry. It covers topics such as composing sticks, galleys, leads, brass rules, cutting and mitering machines, and other essential equipment used in the printing process. The book provides detailed information on the history, design, and usage of each tool and material, as well as practical advice on how to maintain and care for them. It is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the art and science of printing, and a must-read for anyone working in the field.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.