Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Gutenberg to Plantin: An Outline of The Early History of Printing"" by George Parker Winship is a comprehensive account of the early history of printing, starting from the invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century to the establishment of the Plantin printing house in the 16th century.The book covers the evolution of printing technology, the spread of printing across Europe, and the impact of printing on the dissemination of knowledge, religion, and politics. The author provides a detailed analysis of the key figures and events that shaped the early history of printing, including Gutenberg's innovations, the development of movable type, and the emergence of the printing industry in Italy, Germany, and the Netherlands.The book also highlights the role of printing in the Protestant Reformation, the rise of humanism, and the scientific revolution. It explores the challenges faced by early printers, such as censorship, competition, and the need for capital investment. The author provides a wealth of information on the typography, paper, and ink used in early printing, as well as the techniques employed by printers to produce high-quality books.Overall, ""Gutenberg to Plantin"" is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of printing and its impact on the modern world. The book is well-researched, engaging, and highly informative, making it a valuable resource for scholars, students, and general readers alike.1926. Contents: The Invention of Typography, 1440-1456; The Period of Development, 1460-1480; The Spread of Printing Throughout Germany; The Establishing of Printing as a Business; The Printers Encounter the Renaissance; Venice becomes the Headquarters of the Book Trade; Printing reaches the whole European World; The First Private Presses; The Use of Pictures; The Decade of Picture Books; The Learned Printers; The Patrons of Printing; Conflicting Tendencies at Paris and Geneva; The End of the Manuscript Tradition; and The End of the Era of the Master Printers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
