English in Print from Caxton to Shakespeare to Milton
Publisher: University of Illinois Press
Published: April 10, 2008
Language: eng
Format: Paperback
Number of pages: 224
ISBN-13: 9780252075537
Subjects: Books & Reading; Europe - General; Publishing; Literary Criticism & Collections / Books & Reading; Literary Criticism; Literature - Classics / Criticism; 16th century; 17th century; Bibliography; Early printed books; England; Exhibitions; History; Printing
Description: This title explores the concept of putting the English language into print with close study of the texts, formats, audiences and functions of English books. Lavishly illustrated with images of rare books, the volume investigates a range of issues regarding the dissemination of English language and culture through printed works.