The History of Bookbinding as a Mirror of Society
Download or Read eBook The History of Bookbinding as a Mirror of Society PDF written by Mirjam Foot and published by London : British Library. This book was released on 1998 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Mirjam Foot |
| Publisher | : London : British Library |
| Total Pages | : 166 |
| Release | : 1998 |
| ISBN-10 | : UOM:39015047708089 |
| ISBN-13 | : |
| Rating | : 4/5 (89 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The History of Bookbinding as a Mirror of Society by : Mirjam Foot
Book excerpt: In this illustrated survey, the author explores the use and purpose of bookbindings - over and above protecting the text inside them - and the purpose of the study of the book as a physical object. Examples from the British Library's collection are included.
