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100 1 _aBennett, Paul A.,
_d1897-1966
245 1 0 _aBooks and Printing; a Treasury for Typophiles
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2020
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _aRelease date is 2020-11-12
508 _aProduced by Tim Lindell, Stephen Rowland, Lis, Gen Knit, Andrés Galia
520 _a"Books and Printing; a Treasury for Typophiles" edited by Paul A. Bennett is a collection of essays written in the mid-20th century. This work explores the intricacies of typographic art, the history of printing, and the significant advancements in book production, appealing to collectors, printers, and typography enthusiasts alike. The collection aims to inform readers about the various aspects of books, their materiality, and the fascinating processes behind their creation. At the start of the book, the editor provides a comprehensive introduction that sets the stage for the ensuing essays. He emphasizes the breadth of topics covered, from the historical evolution of the alphabet to the role of modern typography. Notably, he highlights contributions from various authors, each presenting unique perspectives on the printing craft, such as Otto Ege's exploration of the alphabet's history and Lancelot Hogben's examination of printing's relationship with paper and playing cards. The opening establishes a framework that reflects on the interplay between typography, artistry, and the evolving nature of books, suggesting that further exploration of these themes awaits in the subsequent essays. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBook industries and trade
653 _aPrinting -- Specimens
653 _aPrinting
653 _aBook design
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63730
999 _c104554
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