A detailed roster of English, Scottish, and Irish printers and booksellers from 1668–1725, perfect for research or curiosity. This reference work helps you see who was active, where they worked, and when they shaped early printing and bookselling across towns and cities.
The book compiles entries for individual printers, stationers, and booksellers, covering a wide geographic scope beyond London. It presents names, locations, and active dates, illustrating the network of people who kept the printed word circulating in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Ideal for researchers and history enthusiasts seeking a precise bibliographic snapshot of the era’s print trade.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book is a rich resource for anyone seeking a comprehensive account of the London book trade in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. The author meticulously details the professional lives of over 800 booksellers, printers, stationers, and bookbinders, tracing their activities through archival research and contemporary sources. Through this biographical lens, the book sheds light on the dynamic world of book production, distribution, and consumption during a momentous era in publishing history. The author traces the evolution of the book trade from a largely unregulated industry to one increasingly shaped by the forces of capitalism and government control. By delving into the lives of these individuals, the book offers a fascinating glimpse into the social and economic fabric of the time, highlighting the vital role played by these book professionals in the dissemination of knowledge and ideas, and their contribution to the rise of print culture in England. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781333609078_0
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Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333609078
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Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781333609078
Quantité disponible : 15 disponible(s)