The Library: An Illustrated History
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- Synopsis
- The Library tells the story of libraries and of the changing form and function of the book from era to era, whether clay tablets, parchment sheets, papyrus scrolls, glossy paper, recording tape or silicone chips. At the heart of the story of libraries and books is the story of the reader, who also has changed from era to era. Profusely illustrated, with fascinating is a comprehensive look at libraries that will interest book lovers and librarians.
- Copyright:
- 2009
Book Details
- Book Quality:
- Publisher Quality
- ISBN-13:
- 9781628733228
- Related ISBNs:
- 9781616084530
- Publisher:
- Skyhorse Publishing Company, Incorporated
- Date of Addition:
- 06/04/20
- Copyrighted By:
- Stuart A. P. Murray Foreword
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Has Image Descriptions:
- No
- Categories:
- History, Nonfiction, Social Studies
- Submitted By:
- Bookshare Staff
- Usage Restrictions:
- This is a copyrighted book.
- Foreword by:
- Nicholas A. Basbanes
- Introduction by:
- Donald G. Davis Jr.
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