The Story Of Books (1901) - Gertrude Burford Rawlings - Bog

The Story of Books, written by Gertrude Burford Rawlings and originally published in 1901, is a comprehensive account of the history of books and their evolution over time. The book covers everything from the earliest forms of writing and the invention of the printing press to the modern era of digital publishing. Rawlings delves into the cultural and social significance of books throughout history, exploring their role in education, religion, politics, and entertainment. She also discusses the various types of books that have been produced over the centuries, including illuminated manuscripts, incunabula, and rare and valuable books. The Story of Books is a fascinating historical account of the written word and its impact on human civilization.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.