William Morris

Broschiertes Buch

The Art and Craft of Printing

Beschreibung

An essential text from the founder of Kelmscott Press, featuring enlightening details on the history and art of printing. First published in 1902, this preserved volume details a short history of the Kelmscott Press and its founding, along with a description of the ideal book, written by William Morris. Featuring various essays, notes, and annotated lists, this new edition of an antiquated text provides rare insight into the forgotten craft. The contents of this volume include: William Morris - Biography A Note by William Morris on His Aims in Founding the Kelmscott Press A Short History and Description of the Kelmscott Press An Annotated List of the Kelmscott Press Volumes Various Lists, Leaflets and Announcements The Ideal Book: An Address by William Morris An Essay on Printing

Autor

William Morris ( 1834 - 1896) was an English textile designer, poet, novelist, translator and socialist activist. Associated with the British Arts and Crafts Movement, he was a major contributor to the revival of traditional British textile arts and methods of production. His literary contributions helped to establish the modern fantasy genre, while he played a significant role in propagating the early socialist movement in Britain.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Read & Co. Books
• Seitenzahl: 80
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. Dezember 2012
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 5mm
• Gewicht: 114g
• ISBN-13: 9781447470458
• ISBN-10: 1447470451
• Artikelnr.: 37032398