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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book analyzes the history and evolution of university presses, tracing their development from printing houses to major publishing players. The author explores the challenges and opportunities faced by these institutions, examining their role in academia and the broader world of publishing. The book discusses the debate between university presses as printing or publishing entities, considering their impact on scholarly communication and dissemination of knowledge. It highlights the unique advantages they offer, such as the ability to publish works that may not be commercially viable, and their role in fostering intellectual discourse. The author also explores the various models of university press organization, including those directly operated by universities, those with separate but affiliated organizations, and those managed by alumni. The book argues that these different approaches have their strengths and weaknesses, and the best model for a particular university will depend on its specific needs and circumstances. Ultimately, the book emphasizes the importance of university presses in supporting the advancement of scholarship and knowledge. It highlights their role in providing a platform for new and emerging voices, preserving and disseminating scholarly research, and contributing to public discourse. 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 9781334135071_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781334135071
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