The Library: A Fragile History [Hardcover] Pettegree, Andrew and der Weduwen,...

Description: The Library: A Fragile History [Hardcover] Pettegree, Andrew and der Weduwen,... Product Overview Format: Hardcover Perfect for book lovers, this is a fascinating exploration of the history of libraries and the people who built them, from the ancient world to the digital age. Famed across the known world, jealously guarded by private collectors, built up over centuries, destroyed in a single day, ornamented with gold leaf and frescoes, or filled with bean bags and children’s drawings—the history of the library is rich, varied, and stuffed full of incident. In The Library, historians Andrew Pettegree and Arthur der Weduwen introduce us to the antiquarians and philanthropists who shaped the world’s great collections, trace the rise and fall of literary tastes, and reveal the high crimes and misdemeanors committed in pursuit of rare manuscripts. In doing so, they reveal that while collections themselves are fragile, often falling into ruin within a few decades, the idea of the library has been remarkably resilient as each generation makes—and remakes—the institution anew. Beautifully written and deeply researched, The Library is essential reading for booklovers, collectors, and anyone who has ever gotten blissfully lost in the stacks. Read more Details Publisher ‏ : ‎ Basic Books (November 9, 2021) Language ‏ : ‎ English Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 528 pages ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1541600770 ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 75 Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.8 pounds Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.45 x 1.85 x 9.85 inches Best Sellers Rank: #121,830 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #13 in History of Books #15 in General Library & Information Sciences #103 in General Books & Reading #13 in History of Books Quality Products Have peace of mind knowing that your order will arrive original factory sealed packaging. That means that you'll have the full force of the manufacturer's warranty to protect your purchase. Fast Shipping You're already purchasing the item. Why pay a lot for your shipping? We get your order shipped out and delivered to your doorstep as quickly as possible. Commitment We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. That means having access to real people that get your questions and concerns answered quickly. Give us a shot and we will make sure that you will look to us again!

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