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The Book

A Cover-to-Cover Exploration of the Most Powerful Object of Our Time

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Keith Houston

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Pagine: 448pagine
Tempo di lettura: 16ore

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Exploring the rich history of bookmaking, this work delves into the materials that create books—paper, ink, thread, glue, and board—revealing their stories of civilization and human creativity. It traces the evolution of writing and printing from ancient cuneiform tablets to modern hardcovers, showcasing the art of illustrations and binding. Complemented by vibrant illustrations, this narrative offers book lovers an engaging look at the significant and often surprising journey of one of humanity's essential technologies.

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The Book, Keith Houston

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Pubblicato: 2025
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Titolo: The Book
Sottotitolo: A Cover-to-Cover Exploration of the Most Powerful Object of Our Time
Lingua: Inglese
Autori: Keith Houston
Editore: Norton & Company
Pubblicato: 2025
Formato: In brossura
Pagine: 448
ISBN13: 9781324086352
Tag: Storia, Arte / Cultura, Saggistica, Arte, Scienza, Design, Scrittura, Sui libri
Descrizione: Exploring the rich history of bookmaking, this work delves into the materials that create books—paper, ink, thread, glue, and board—revealing their stories of civilization and human creativity. It traces the evolution of writing and printing from ancient cuneiform tablets to modern hardcovers, showcasing the art of illustrations and binding. Complemented by vibrant illustrations, this narrative offers book lovers an engaging look at the significant and often surprising journey of one of humanity's essential technologies.