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The book makers : a history of the book in eighteen remarkable lives / Adam Smyth

This history examines 550 years of the printed book through the biographies of eighteen influential figures, including printers, binders, and publishers. It documents the technical innovations and personal stories that shaped the evolution of book production.
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