McKitterick, David. Old books, new technologies : the representation, conservation and transformation of books since 1700

Folger bibliographic ID: 336055
Folger call number: Z280 .M35 2013
Folger holdings ID: 487104

"Any new technology, just like any new idea, requires some understanding not just of what is new, but also of what it replaces. The current revolution in printing and publishing is no different. It offers new ways of doing things, and new ways of thinking. It offers opportunities for creativity and imagination on a scale and by routes of which we are so far scarcely aware. During the past few years there has emerged a considerable literature about the effect on conventional publishing of what is sometimes called the digital age. "--

General notes

Includes bibliographical references (p. 245-277) and index

Contents

The past in pixels -- Restoration and invention -- Conservation, counterfeiting and bookbinding -- Representation and imitation -- From copying to facsimile -- The arrival ofphotography -- Public exhibition -- The Caxton exhibition of 1877 -- A bibliographical and public revolution

Extended title: Old books, new technologies : the representation, conservation and transformation of books since 1700 / David McKitterick

Publishers and publishing Book industries and trade Books LANGUAGE ARTS & DISCIPLINES / Publishing Altes Buch Buchrestaurierung Reproduktion

author: McKitterick, David