Books
In an intimate and intriguing memoir, the Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Lonesome Dove recounts his lifelong love affair with books, from his largely "bookless" boyhood and discovery of literature as a young man, to the evolution of his ...
Books
Provides an account of the book publishing industry and its influence on modern society, discussing types of publishing, editorial decisions, economic considerations, and more
A book begins as a massive roll of paper. Through high-interest photographs and easy-to-follow text, this volume explores how these rolls of paper are cut, glued, and bound together.
For two and a half thousand years, books have been used to govern, to record, to worship, to educate and to entertain. This volume explores one of the most versatile, useful and enduring technologies ever invented.
- Fun and visually appealing way to understand how a book is made, through the work of 30 diverse contemporary makers and artists- Broad appeal: this book speaks to a broad audience of craftspeople - anyone related to books and bookmaking - ...
Here is the world of literature in a nutshell, each vital and intriguing moment placed in it's historic and cultural context creating an intelligent, accessible guide to a the writings of the world.
"BOOKS: The Quick and Easy Way to Select the Best" will guide you to the "Best" books published during the first three years of the 21st century.
A book begins as a massive roll of paper. Through high-interest photographs and easy-to-follow text, this volume explores how these rolls of paper are cut, glued, and bound together.