The history of making books : from clay tablets, papyrus rolls, and illuminated manuscripts to the printing press
1995, First Edition. Scholastic, New York. Numbered volume from the Megan and Michael Dawson collection of pop-up books. Fine copy in the original colour-printed boards. Remains remarkably well-preserved overall. Item #461326
ISBN: 0590476521
Summary; A history which includes information on ancient writing, parchment, the invention of paper, printing machines, reproducing images in color, bookbinding, booksellers, and censors. Physical Description; 45 pages (some folded) : illustrations (chiefly color) ; 23 cm. Notes; Cover title. "Originally published in France in 1995 under the title La grande histoire du livre by Editions Gallimard Jeunesse"--Page 2 of cover. Includes 1 sheet of col. stickers in pocket on inside back cover (still present). Subjects; Books. Books History. Books History Juvenile literature. History. Juvenile works. Pop-up books. Toy and movable books.
Price: €18.95