Literary Industries - Hubert Howe Bancroft - Bog

Literary Industries: A Memoir is an autobiographical account written by Hubert Howe Bancroft, a prominent American historian and publisher. The book was first published in 1891 and provides an insight into the literary world of the late 19th century.In this memoir, Bancroft shares his experiences and struggles as a young publisher and bookseller in San Francisco. He talks about the challenges he faced in establishing his business and the various literary figures he encountered during his career, including Mark Twain, Bret Harte, and Robert Louis Stevenson.Bancroft also discusses the process of publishing and the various aspects of the book industry, such as printing, binding, and distribution. He provides a detailed account of the publishing process and the financial side of the industry, including the costs involved in producing a book and the profits that could be made.Throughout the book, Bancroft reflects on the importance of literature and the role of the publisher in promoting and preserving it. He also shares his views on the state of the publishing industry at the time and the challenges it faced.Overall, Literary Industries: A Memoir is a fascinating account of the book industry in the late 19th century and the experiences of one of its key players. It provides valuable insights into the publishing process and the literary world of the time, making it an essential read for anyone interested in the history of literature and publishing.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.