Fine Books by Alfred W. Pollard
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About this eBook
| Author | Pollard, Alfred W. (Alfred William), 1859-1944 |
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| LoC No. | 12029956 |
| Title | Fine Books |
| Note | Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Fine Books" by Alfred W. Pollard is a reference work written in the early 20th century. The book serves as a comprehensive survey of the history of fine printing and book illustration, detailing the evolution of book collecting from the inception of the printed book to the modern day. It covers significant periods and figures in the development of printed literature, making it a valuable resource for bibliophiles and collectors. At the start of the volume, the author introduces the topic of book collecting, referencing its ancient roots during the later Roman Empire and the evolution of collecting practices throughout the Middle Ages. Pollard highlights how book collecting transformed with the advent of printing, leading to new dynamics in ownership and dissemination of knowledge. He discusses prominent collectors such as Jean Grolier and Thomas Wotton, and reflects on the shifting ideals around book ownership—from private libraries intended for personal use to public collections aimed at benefiting scholars and society. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of fine books, their artistic merit, and their historical significance. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Illustration of books |
| Subject | Printing -- History |
| Subject | Illustrated books -- Bibliography |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 35494 |
| Release Date | Mar 6, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 187 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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