The Cambridge companion to the history of the book / 
edited by Leslie Howsam 
 - 1st ed. 
 - Cambridge :  Cambridge University Press,  2014. 
 - 288 p. 
<br/><br/>Includes index.  
<br/><br/> The Cambridge Companion to the History of the Book is a comprehensive exploration of the evolution of the book, from ancient inscriptions to digital texts. This interdisciplinary work delves into various aspects of book culture, including its production, circulation, and reception. It examines the dynamic relationship between the material book and the textual content, tracing its development from early writing systems to the digital age. The book also provides practical insights into methodologies and approaches for studying the history of the book. With its wide-ranging coverage and rich illustrations, this volume offers a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of human thought and culture. 
<br/><br/><label>ISBN: </label>9781107625099 
<br/><br/><label>Subjects--Topical Terms: </label><br/>Book cultures: local, national, and global perspectives.<br/>Material book and the mutable text: a chronological narrative.<br/>Methods, sources, and approaches: practical considerations.
<br/><br/><label>Dewey Class. No.: </label>002  / HOW