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:
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... effect of print on culture . The cultural and personal effects of books are also not easily accountable : books and print affect ' readers ' and consumers differently at different points in life , for example . How to begin discussing ...
... effects , acting as guardians of accuracy , setters of standards , summarizers of important intellectual material . Equally , there are manuscripts and iconic documents that have become emblematic symbols for entire generations ...
... redefined authorship as a more creative activity that could lead to indi- vidual fame and some fortune . Other topics covered include the place of patronage , the effect of the introduction of copyright on 5 INTRODUCTION.
David Finkelstein, Alistair McCleery. patronage , the effect of the introduction of copyright on authorship as a profes- sion , and the role of literary agents and publishers ' readers in the publishing process . We survey briefly ...
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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 |