What is the History of the Book?

What is the History of the Book?
Author: James Raven
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Total Pages: 196
Release: 2018-01-08
Genre: History
ISBN: 1509523219

James Raven, a leading historian of the book, offers a fresh and accessible guide to the global study of the production, dissemination and reception of written and printed texts across all societies and in all ages. Students, teachers, researchers and general readers will benefit from the book's investigation of the subject's origins, scope and future direction. Based on original research and a wide range of sources, What is the History of the Book? shows how book history crosses disciplinary boundaries and intersects with literary, historical, media, library, conservation and communications studies. Raven uses examples from around the world to explore different traditions in bibliography, palaeography and manuscript studies. He analyses book history's growing global ambition and demonstrates how the study of reading practices opens up new horizons in social history and the history of knowledge. He shows how book history is contributing to debates about intellectual and popular culture, colonialism and the communication of ideas. The first global, accessible introduction to the field of book history from ancient to modern times, What is the History of the Book? is essential reading for all those interested in one of society's most important cultural artefacts.

The History Book

The History Book
Author: DK
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 756
Release: 2016-09-16
Genre: History
ISBN: 1465457755

Learn about the origins of our species and all things revolution in The History Book. Part of the fascinating Big Ideas series, this book tackles tricky topics and themes in a simple and easy to follow format. Learn about History in this overview guide to the subject, great for novices looking to find out more and experts wishing to refresh their knowledge alike! The History Book brings a fresh and vibrant take on the topic through eye-catching graphics and diagrams to immerse yourself in. This captivating book will broaden your understanding of History, with: - Easy to navigate step-by-step summaries that explain each historical theme - Packed with facts, charts, timelines and graphs to help explain core concepts - A visual approach to big subjects with striking illustrations and graphics throughout - Easy to follow text makes topics accessible for people at any level of understanding The History Book is a captivating introduction to the key events that have shaped society, from the dawn of civilization to the modern culture of today. Here you’ll discover the stories of important historical events and turning points, and the leaders, thinkers, and heroes involved, through exciting text and bold graphics. Your History Questions, Simply Explained This book will outline big ideas, themes and events of world history, from the founding of Baghdad and the colonization of the Americas, to the inception of Buddhism. If you thought it was difficult to learn about the milestones that have shaped civilization, The History Book presents key information in an easy to follow layout. Here you’ll learn about early humans, the empires of ancient history, the voyages of discovery to the tumultuous birth of nationalism, and the violence of two world wars. The Big Ideas Series With millions of copies sold worldwide, The History Book is part of the award-winning Big Ideas series from DK. The series uses striking graphics along with engaging writing, making big topics easy to understand.

An Introduction to Book History

An Introduction to Book History
Author: David Finkelstein
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 167
Release: 2006-03-13
Genre: Social Science
ISBN: 1134380062

This is a comprehensive introduction to books and print culture which examines the move from the spoken word to written texts, the book as commodity, the power and profile of readers, and the future of the book in an electronic age.

Big Book of History

Big Book of History
Author: Laura Welch
Publisher: New Leaf Publishing Group
Total Pages: 23
Release: 2011-09-01
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1614582009

BIG BOOK OF HISTORY Learning Just Became BIG FUN! Families, schools, and churches can unfold 15 feet of the most interesting history of the world. This easy to follow, color-coded, multi-stream timeline teaches six thousand years of world history to children ages seven through thirteen. These exciting facts and so much more wait inside: who were the first emperors of China and Rome what discovery unlocked the secrets of a forgotten language how modern robotics had its roots in the tea dolls of Japan where Christians faced death for the entertainment of thousands why the languages of Greek and Hebrew were used to write the Bible and how the Age of Discovery meant wealth some, and the destruction of civilization for others. Understanding how the past has shaped our future will inspire young learners to make history for themselves!

Perspectives on American Book History

Perspectives on American Book History
Author: Scott E. Casper
Publisher:
Total Pages: 488
Release: 2002
Genre: Antiques & Collectibles
ISBN:

CD-ROM contains: Digital image archive of books, magazines, manuscripts, technologies, and readers to accompany text.

The Book History Reader

The Book History Reader
Author: David Finkelstein
Publisher: Psychology Press
Total Pages: 404
Release: 2002
Genre: History
ISBN: 9780415226585

The editors illustrate how book history studies have evolved into a broad approach which incorporates social and cultural considerations governing the production, dissemination and reception of print and texts.

The Cambridge Companion to the History of the Book

The Cambridge Companion to the History of the Book
Author: Leslie Howsam
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Total Pages: 301
Release: 2015
Genre: Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN: 1107023734

An accessible and wide-ranging study of the history of the book within local, national and global contexts.

A History of the Book in 100 Books

A History of the Book in 100 Books
Author: Roderick Cave
Publisher: Crows Nest
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2014
Genre: Books
ISBN: 9781743317143

The ebook age has taken 'the book' to a turning point. But in fact, casting off old technologies and taking on new ones has been part of the history of the book since Egyptian times...From inscriptions on tombs to the first writings on papyrus; how scrolls gave way to the first bound codex books in Roman times; from exclusive and expensive hand-scribed books, to the creation of movable type, and the invention of printing for the masses; and from the printed book to the digital book, the ebook reader ... and beyond...Illustrating this story with lavish photography of some of the most treasured artefacts from the world's historic collections, 'A History of the Book in 100 Books' traces mankind's 5,000-year quest to communicate ideas and knowledge.

The History Book (Miles Kelly).

The History Book (Miles Kelly).
Author: MAKE BELIEVE IDEAS LTD. MAKE BELIEVE IDEAS LTD
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2023
Genre: World history
ISBN: 9781805443407

Explore fascinating events in history with this thrilling book. Packed with hundreds of detailed photographs and jaw-dropping facts, kids will be pulled in and engrossed from start to finish. The History Book uncovers spectacular constructions such as India's Taj Mahal, extreme events such as the Black Death, brutal battles such as Stalingrad in 1942 and lost treasures such as Tutankhamun's mask.