ISBN: 9780266103721 - The Printing Trades (classic Reprint) (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 explores the history, practices, and evolution of the printing industry in the United States from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century. It traces the development of printing technology, from the invention of the steam-powered printing press to the introduction of typesetting machines and photoengraving techniques. The author examines the impact of these technological advancements on the industry, including the rise of mass production and the shift towards specialization and subdivision of labor within the printing trades. The book also analyzes the changing demographics of the workforce, the emergence of trade unions, and the establishment of industry-wide standards for wages and working conditions. This history of the printing industry provides insights into the broader social and economic transformations that shaped American society during this period, including the growth of industrialization, urbanization, and the rise of the middle class. 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.…