Books Before Typography

'Books Before Typography' is a fascinating exploration of the history of the book, tracing its development from the earliest attempts to convey a message through markings to the invention of movable type. The author, Frederick W. Hamilton, covers topics such as writing materials, the evolution of the book, and the conditions of manufacture, distribution, and preservation of books before printing. This comprehensive knowledge of the main facts is of great value to young printers and those interested in the history of the written word.