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2 volumes 4to (25.5 cm), XVI, 508 pp, 11 plates; VIII, 560 pp, 3 plates. Publisher's cloth and dust jackets (dj slightly frayed at extremities, collector's blind stamps on the front free endpapers). This work stands as a landmark in scholarship, focusing on one of the most significant texts in English literature. Charlton Hinman, the author, delves into extensive research and meticulous analysis, providing a comprehensive account of the printing process behind the First Folio of Shakespeare's plays. Additionally, the book explores the proofreading practices employed to ensure text accuracy. With a discerning eye for detail and a profound understanding of the material, Hinman offers a captivating glimpse into the workings of the early modern printing industry. The narrative sheds new light on the history and development of Shakespeare's plays, making this publication an indispensable reference for scholars, students, and anyone fascinated by the history of printing and publishing in early modern England. Seller Inventory # 008206
Bibliographic Details
Title: The Printing and Proof-Reading of the First ...
Publisher: Clarendon Press, Oxford
Publication Date: 1963
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: Near Fine
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