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The Library : An Illustrated History

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"An eloquent account of the noble history of libraries, as it has unfolded from the earliest times to the present." --Nicholas A. Brasbanes, author of A Gentle Madness Throughout the history of the world, libraries have been constructed, burned, discovered, raided, and cherished--and the treasures they've housed have evolved from early stone tablets to the mass-produced, bound paper books of our present day. The Library invites you to enter the libraries of ancient Greece, early China, Renaissance England, and modern-day America, and speaks to the book lover in all of us. Incorporating beautiful illustrations, insightful quotations, and many marvelous mysteries of libraries--their books, patrons, and keepers--this book is certain to provide you with a wealth of knowledge and enjoyment.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781510733329
  • ISBN-10: 1510733329
  • Publisher: Skyhorse Publishing
  • Publish Date: December 2019
  • Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.8 x 0.9 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.7 pounds
  • Page Count: 328

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