The printers, stationers and bookbinders of Westminster and London from 1476 to 1535

Language: EnglishPublished: April 1, 2024

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Subjects:

Westminster (London, England)Imprints Book industries and trade England London History Stationery trade Printing London (England)

Bookshelves:

History - British Encyclopedias/Dictionaries/Reference Journalism/Media/Writing

Authors:

Duff, E. Gordon (Edward Gordon)
1863 - 1924

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About this book

In the burgeoning landscape of early modern England, the advent of the printing press revolutionized communication and knowledge dissemination. "The Printers, Stationers and Bookbinders of Westminster and London from 1476 to 1535" by E. Gordon Duff meticulously chronicles this transformation, highlighting pivotal figures and their contributions to the craft. Readers will discover the intricate relationships between printers and the burgeoning literary market, alongside the establishment of regulations that shaped the industry. This essential document delves into the roles of stationers and bookbinders, revealing how their innovations laid the groundwork for future publishing. Ideal for historians and students of literature, this work offers a comprehensive examination of an era that forever altered the course of written expression.