Scientific Books, Libraries and Collectors: A Study of Bibliography and the Book Trade in Relation to Science. (Third Revised Edition)

Thornton, John Leonard; Tully, R. I. J.

ISBN 10: 0853654247 / ISBN 13: 9780853654247

Published by Library Association, London, 1975

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508 pp. Tightly bound. Corners not bumped. Text is free of markings.

Seller Inventory # 050616

Bibliographic Details

• Title: Scientific Books, Libraries and Collectors: A Study of Bibliography and the Book Trade in Relation to Science. (Third Revised Edition)
• Publisher: Library Association, London
• Publication Date: 1975
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0853654247
• ISBN 13: 9780853654247
• Binding: Cloth
• Edition: 3rd Edition
• Condition: Very Good to Near Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good to Near Fine Jacket

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Synopsis

In the 25 years since the third edition of this book, scientific publishing has developed new forms and the academic discipline and popular appreciation of the history of science has grown. This edition discusses these changes and ponders the implications of developments in publishing by the end of the 20th century, while concentrating upon the dissemination of scientific ideas and knowledge from antiquity to the industrial age. In this shift of focus, it departs from previous editions and for the first time, a chapter on Islamic science is included.