ISBN: 9780259997191 - Accounts and Extracts of the Manuscripts in the Library of the King of France, Vol. 1: Translated from the French (classic Reprint) (4 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 chronicles the illustrious history of the royal printing house and its legendary Oriental characters. Beginning with the 16th century decree ordering universities to teach Arabic, Syriac, and Hebrew, the author traces the development of Oriental typography in France. The book highlights the key figures involved in this endeavor, including Francis I, who founded the royal college, and Savary de Breves, who played a pivotal role in establishing an Arabic printing house in Rome. It further explores the establishment of the typographic society in Paris under Cardinal Richelieu, examining its impact on Oriental literature. The author meticulously analyzes the evolution of Oriental characters, providing a glimpse into the techniques and craftsmanship involved in their creation. Through a combination of archival research and insightful commentary, this book offers a comprehensive understanding of the origins and significance of Oriental characters in the royal printing house, shedding light on a crucial chapter in the history of typography and Oriental studies. 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.…

Condition: Sehr gut. Zustand: Sehr gut | Seiten: 432 | Sprache: Englisch | Produktart: Bücher | Keine Beschreibung verfügbar.