Books As History: The Importance of Books Beyond Their Texts

Pearson, David

ISBN 10: 1584562331 / ISBN 13: 9781584562337

Published by Oak Knoll Pr, 2008

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Books can develop their own individual histories, which provide important evidence about the way they were used and regarded in the past, and which make them an indispensable part of the fabric of our cultural heritage. This hook raises awareness of an important aspect of the life of books in the context of the ongoing debate about their future. Extensively illustrated with a wide range of images, it is both approachable and thought-provoking.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Books As History: The Importance of Books Beyond Their Texts
• Publisher: Oak Knoll Pr
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1584562331
• ISBN 13: 9781584562337
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Very Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good
• Dimensions: 2.54W x 19.685H x 26.035D centimeters 2.54 centimeters width by 19.685 centimeters height by 26.035 centimeters depth
• Weight: 1020.583 grams
• Seller catalogs:
  • Sociology

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Synopsis

Books can develop their own individual histories, which provide important evidence about the way they were used and regarded in the past, and which make them an indispensable part of the fabric of our cultural heritage. This hook raises awareness of an important aspect of the life of books in the context of the ongoing debate about their future. Extensively illustrated with a wide range of images, it is both approachable and thought-provoking.

About the Author

David Pearson is Director, University of London Research Library Services.