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Early Printed Books

By E. Gordon Duff
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This study traces the invention and early development of movable type and block printing and surveys surviving evidence for early European impressions. It charts how the new craft spread through principal towns and regions, profiles notable early printers and their productions, and outlines technical practices of type, layout, illustration, and catalogue-making. Separate chapters consider the establishment of printing in English towns, the craft of bookbinding, and the methods used to collect and describe early imprints, while illustrations and an index of printers and places support identification and further research.

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E. Gordon Duff

E. Gordon Duff was a notable bibliographer and scholar specializing in the history of printing and book production in England. His works provide valuable insights into the early days of the printing industry, particularly during the 15th and 16th centuries. Among his significant contributions are "Early Printed Books" and "William Caxton," which explore the evolution of printing and the influential figures involved. Duff's research on provincial printers, stationers, and bookbinders has helped to illuminate the regional aspects of the book trade in England, making him an important figure in the study of bibliographic history.

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