The Enemies of Books (Cambridge Library Collection - History of Printing, Publishing and Libraries) - Softcover
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First published in 1881, this popular and entertaining work is reissued in the revised and enlarged edition of 1888.
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First published in 1881, this popular and entertaining work examines the numerous threats that books have faced throughout history. Based on the author's experience as a collector, the book explores such destructive forces as fire, water, ignorance and vermin. It is reissued in the revised and enlarged edition of 1888.
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