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1891 The Pentateuch Of Printing by William Blades Antiquarian Theology Book

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1891 The Pentateuch Of Printing by William Blades Antiquarian Theology Book

The Pentateuch Of Printing With A Chapter On Judges
By William Blades
With A Memoir Of The Author And List Of His Works
By Talbot B. Reed
Published by A.C. McLurg and Company: Chicago 1891 1st Edition

"The Pentateuch of Printing by William Blades is a richly detailed and allegorical treatise on the history and significance of printing, structured around the biblical model of the Pentateuch—the first five books of the Old Testament. Blades, a noted bibliophile and printer, crafts a whimsical narrative in which he personifies printing and its associated crafts, blending historical facts with creative storytelling. Through this imaginative lens, he traces the development of printing from its early origins with Gutenberg to the broader dissemination of printed knowledge, celebrating the transformative power of the press in human civilization.

The book serves not only as a historical account but also as a moral and philosophical reflection on the responsibilities of printers and readers alike. Blades critiques the misuse and degradation of printing for profit or propaganda, warning against carelessness in typography and the erosion of standards. At its heart, the work is a passionate ode to the craft of printing—its divine-like ability to preserve knowledge, spread enlightenment, and shape society. Through humor, reverence, and pointed commentary, The Pentateuch of Printing stands as both a tribute and a call to uphold the nobility of the printed word."

Light wear and fading to covers and spine with gilt decorations remaining intact and bright. Carried the bookplate of James S. North. Light foxing present with most pages clean. Book presents exceptionally well and is in very good condition overall. Complete in 117 pages. Please study photos to further understand condition.

Size 27cm x 21.5cm x 1.5cm - 117 Pages

Categories:

  • Reference
  • Theology

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    Condition: Very good
    Binding: Cloth
    Special Attributes: ["1st Edition", "Illustrated", "Gilt Top Edge", "2 Fold Out Plates", "GIlt Decoration To Covers & Spine"]
    Region: Europe
    Subject: Religion & Spirituality
    Original/Facsimile: Original
    Seller Notes: Light wear and fading to covers and spine with gilt decorations remaining intact and bright. Carried the bookplate of James S. North. Light foxing present with most pages clean. Book presents exceptionally well and is in very good condition overall. Complete in 117 pages. Please study photos to further understand condition.
    Language: English
    Author: William Blades
    Publisher: A.C. McLurg and Company: Chicago
    Year Printed: 1891
    Sub-subject: Printing History