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) OTHER ARTICLES 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.