A History of Bookbinding as a Mirror of Society (Panizzi Lectures)

 

A History of Bookbinding as a Mirror of Society (Panizzi Lectures)



A History of Bookbinding as a Mirror of Society (Panizzi Lectures)



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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.

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