An Introduction to Book HistoryAn Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. David Finkelstein and Alistair McCleery chart the move from spoken word to written texts, the coming of print, the book as commodity, the power and profile of readers, and the future of the book in the electronic age. Each section begins with a summary of the chapter's aims and contents, followed by a detailed discussion of the relevant issues, concluding with a summary of the chapter and suggestions for further reading. Sections include:
An Introduction to Book History is an ideal introduction to this exciting field of study, and is designed as a companion text to The Book History Reader. |
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... critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture . David Finkelstein and Alistair McCleery chart the move from the spoken word to written texts , the coming of print , the book as commodity , the power and profile ...
... critical judgment . Rayner liked the book , concluding : " This book , with the help of maps , does not need any illustrations it is good [ sic ] and should appeal to children between the ages of 5 and 9 ' ( Gekoski 2004 : 13 ) . The ...
... critical compass to book history and print culture studies , to act as both a starting point and a guide to current issues preoccupying those who teach and research in this area . While this book refers often to the primary texts found ...
... critical interpretations of authorship that have been central to book history studies , and conclude with comments on what redefinitions of authorship are predicted with the onset of the digital era . Chapter 5 looks at how book ...
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Contents
Theorizing the history of the book | 7 |
From orality to literacy | 28 |
The coming of print | 44 |
Authors authorship and authority | 66 |
Printers booksellers publishers agents | 85 |
Readers and reading | 100 |
The future of the book | 118 |
Conclusion | 133 |
Glossary | 137 |
Notes | 141 |
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An Introduction to Book History David Finkelstein,Alistair McCleery,Professor Alistair McCleery Limited preview - 2005 |