Aldus & His Dream Book: An Illustrated Essay
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Book Overview
A tribute to the life and work of the pioneering scholar-publisher, Aldus Manutius (1449/50-1515). Helen Barolini's text discusses Aldus, his education, his publishing vision, his typographic... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0934977224
ISBN13:9780934977227
Release Date:September 2008
Publisher:Italica Press
Length:248 Pages
Weight:0.80 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"
Customer Reviews
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caveat emptor- latet anguis in herba
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 22 years ago
This IS a delightful companion to Joscelyn Godwin's translation of the Hypnerotomachia- handsomely and thoughtfully designed, and lovingly and carefully researched. Ms Barolini's style is simple, direct, and graceful. The snake in the grass is the binding. Contrary to what other reviews may lead you to understand, the binding is NOT Smyth-sewn; it is glued. This is an unfortunate compromise for a book that celebrates the craft of the book...
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