9780243546480 - Die Älteste Gutenbergtype Classic Reprint by Gottfried Zedler (3 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the hidden history of the invention of the printing press and traces the development of types by Johannes Gutenberg, the inventor of movable type. The author presents a groundbreaking examination of the earliest printed Bibles and other texts to reveal how Gutenberg refined his innovative technology. The book places Gutenberg's invention within the context of medieval book production and the development of writing systems, providing a comprehensive understanding of the transformative impact of the printing press on the dissemination of knowledge and the development of Western civilization. Through meticulous research and analysis, this book uncovers the evolutionary journey of Gutenberg's printing types, from the earliest surviving fragments to the refined 42-line Bible. It explores the subtle variations and technical advancements in Gutenberg's types, offering insights into his creative process and relentless pursuit of perfection. This book is an invaluable contribution to the history of printing and the study of Gutenberg's groundbreaking invention. It reconstructs the origins and development of the printing press, providing a deeper understanding of the technological and cultural factors that shaped one of the most significant innovations in human history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.