The Care of Books: An Essay on the Development of Libraries and Their Fittings, From the Earliest Times to the End of the Eighteenth Century (Classic Reprint) - Softcover
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Reader in Bibliography, delivered before the University of Cambridge in 1900, I developed the subject still further, extending the scope of my enquiries so as to include the libraries of Greece and Rome.
In writing my present book I have availed myself freely of the three works above mentioned. At the same time I have incorporated much fresh material; and I am glad to take this opportunity of stating, that, with the single exception of the Escorial, I have personally examined and measured every building which I have had occasion to describe; and many of the illustrations are from my own sketches.
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating history of libraries, spanning ancient civilizations to the early 20th century. It explores how humans have preserved and organised knowledge across time and cultures, offering a unique perspective on the evolution of these repositories of information. The author takes us on a journey from the earliest known libraries in Assyria and the renowned collections of ancient Greece and Rome, through the rise of monastic and cathedral libraries in medieval Europe. The narrative reveals how architectural designs and library fittings have adapted to the changing needs of readers and the growing number of books. This exploration delves into the practices of book care, cataloguing, and access, shedding light on the challenges faced by librarians and scholars throughout history. The author examines the transition from chained libraries to more open access systems and the shift from lectern-style reading rooms to the emergence of the wall-system that characterises many modern libraries. By examining the evolution of libraries, this book provides valuable insights into the history of knowledge preservation and dissemination. It reminds us that libraries are not merely repositories of books but dynamic spaces that reflect the intellectual and cultural values of their time. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9780243270408_0
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