Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - 'Cancels' is a foundational work of analytical bibliography that explores the intricate physical history of book production. Written by the renowned scholar R. W. Chapman, this study provides a comprehensive examination of cancels-the practice of replacing a leaf or leaves of a book after the original sheets have been printed but before the final binding. This technique was frequently employed by printers and publishers to correct errors, remove potentially libelous content, or update information without the expense of reprinting an entire work.Through detailed examples and technical analysis, Chapman illustrates how cancels can be identified by the discerning bibliographer and what they reveal about the editorial and commercial pressures of the hand-press and early machine-press eras. The volume delves into the mechanics of the cancellans and cancellandum, offering essential insights for collectors, librarians, and literary historians interested in the evolution of the printed word.As a vital contribution to the field of book history, 'Cancels' remains an indispensable resource for understanding the complexities of book structure and the often-hidden history of textual revision. It highlights the intersection of material culture and literary scholarship, making it a key text for anyone dedicated to the study of rare books and historical publishing practices.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025532844

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Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. "Cancels" is a foundational work of analytical bibliography that explores the intricate physical history of book production. Written by the renowned scholar R. W. Chapman, this study provides a comprehensive examination of cancels-the practice of replacing a leaf or leaves of a book after the original sheets have been printed but before the final binding. This technique was frequently employed by printers and publishers to correct errors, remove potentially libelous content, or update information without the expense of reprinting an entire work.Through detailed examples and technical analysis, Chapman illustrates how cancels can be identified by the discerning bibliographer and what they reveal about the editorial and commercial pressures of the hand-press and early machine-press eras. The volume delves into the mechanics of the cancellans and cancellandum, offering essential insights for collectors, librarians, and literary historians interested in the evolution of the printed word.As a vital contribution to the field of book history, "Cancels" remains an indispensable resource for understanding the complexities of book structure and the often-hidden history of textual revision. It highlights the intersection of material culture and literary scholarship, making it a key text for anyone dedicated to the study of rare books and historical publishing practices.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781025532844

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