Early Typography by William Skeen
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"Early Typography" by William Skeen is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the origins and development of typography, particularly focusing on the art of letterpress printing and its evolution from early methods in Europe to the innovations brought about by figures like Gutenberg. The book promises to discuss the significance of printing in disseminating knowledge and culture throughout history. At the start of the book, Skeen
outlines his intentions and the research that led him to delve into the history of typography. He reflects on how the art of printing, often regarded as “divine” and “noble,” has spread and evolved since its inception, particularly spotlighting its critical role in the Renaissance and the Reformation. The author hints at exploring the impact of early print culture, the role of various inventors, and the technical advancements that shaped the printing industry, thereby setting the stage for an in-depth examination of the subject. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Skeen, William, 1822?-1872 |
|---|---|
| Title | Early Typography |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 50.0 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | Z: Bibliography, Library science |
| Subject | Printing -- History -- Origin and antecedents |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 57463 |
| Release Date | Jul 8, 2018 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 655 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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