Great Books and Book Collectors. By Alan G. Thomas. Spring Books Edition.
London: Spring Books, 1988. Reprint. Hardcover. Very Good Condition / Very Good Condition. Item #375760
ISBN: 0600559270
Thomas's richly illustrated survey remains one of the most engaging introductions to the history of the book and the culture of collecting, tracing the evolution of great texts from manuscript origins to the high points of printed scholarship. Blending bibliographical insight with a collector's eye, he profiles major libraries, landmark editions and the personalities who shaped them, producing a narrative that is both learned and deeply companionable. A modern classic of book-historical writing. 280 pages, with 40 colour and 250 black & white illustrations. Original red cloth, lettered, plus the original dustwrapper. A bright and clean example. Size: 23.5 x 31 cms. Category: Varied Books; Books on Books; New Arrivals; ISBN: 0600559270. ISBN/EAN: 9780600559276. This item may require more postage than the rates shown for delivery outside the UK. If extra postage is required we will contact you before processing your order and you will be given the details and option to decline the extra cost.
Keywords: BZDB395 Varied Books; Books on Books; New Arrivals; Unbranded ISBN: 0600559270 EAN: 9780600559276 A CLASSIC SURVEY OF THE BOOKISH WORLD Great Books and Book Collectors. By Alan G. Thomas. Spring Books Edition.
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