Introduction to Book History by David Finkelstein (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Introduction to Book History by David Finkelstein, Alistair McCleery This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This second edition of An Introduction to Book History provides a comprehensive critical introduction to the development of the book and print culture. Each fully revised and updated chapter contains new material and covers recent developments in the field, including:The Postcolonial BookCensorship by states and religionsSocial History, and the recognition of underrepresentation of its value to book history studiesContemporary publishingEach section begins with a summary of the chapters aims and contents, followed by a detailed discussion of the relevant issues, concluding with a summary of the chapter and points to ponder. Sections include:the history of the bookorality to Literacyliteracy to printingauthors, authorship and authorityprinters, booksellers, publishers, agentsreaders and readingthe future of the book. An Introduction to Book History is an ideal introduction to this exciting field of study, and is designed as a companion text to The Book History Reader. Author Biography David Finkelstein is Dean of Humanities at the University of Dundee, UK.Alistair McCleery is Professor of Literature and Culture at Edinburgh Napier University, UK. Table of Contents 1. Theorizing the history of the book 2. From orality to literacy 3. The coming of print 4. Authors, authorship, and authority 5. Printers, booksellers, publishers, agents 6. Readers and reading 7. The future of the book Review ...it will continue to be invaluable as core reading for introductory courses in book history. – John Feather, Library & Information HistoryPraise for the first edition:David Finkelstein and Alistair McCleery have written an excellent introduction to the history of the book. This concise volume covers the major aspects of book history to introduce the novice or to refresh the memory of the scholar... the book as a whole provides a starting place for further discussion and exploration into the history of literacy, the book, and ideas about reading and text. – Millie Jackson, Libraries and the Cultural Recordthe tracing of history, historiography, and competing views is engaging. – Journalism HistoryDavid Finkelstein and Alistair McCleery have written an excellent introduction to the history of the book. This concise volume covers the major aspects of book history to introduce the novice or to refresh the memory of the scholar... the book as a whole provides a starting place for further discussion and exploration into the history of literacy, the book, and ideas about reading and text.- Millie Jackson, Libraries and the Cultural Record Review Quote Praise for the first edition: "David Finkelstein and Alistair McCleery have written an excellent introduction to the history of the book. This concise volume covers the major aspects of book history to introduce the novice or to refresh the memory of the scholar... the book as a whole provides a starting place for further discussion and exploration into the history of literacy, the book, and ideas about reading and text."Millie Jackson, Libraries and the Cultural Record "the tracing of history, historiography, and competing views is engaging."Journalism History Details ISBN0415688051 Author Alistair McCleery Short Title INTRO TO BK HIST REV/E 2/E Language English Edition 2nd ISBN-10 0415688051 ISBN-13 9780415688055 Media Book Format Hardcover Affiliation Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh, UK Publication Date 2012-10-24 Year 2012 Imprint Routledge Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Replaces 9780415314428 Birth 1964 Illustrations 1 Tables, black and white UK Release Date 2012-10-24 AU Release Date 2012-10-24 NZ Release Date 2012-10-24 Pages 176 Publisher Taylor & Francis Ltd Edition Description 2nd edition Alternative 9780415688062 DEWEY 002.09 Audience Postgraduate, Research & Scholarly We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:139883016;

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