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Author Van Name, Addison
LoC No. 13026411
Title Catalogue of the William Loring Andrews Collection of Early Books in the Library of Yale University
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Summary "Catalogue of the William Loring Andrews Collection of Early Books" is a scholarly catalogue produced in the early 20th century. This work provides a detailed inventory of early printed books housed in the Yale University library, specifically focusing on the collection donated by William Loring Andrews. The catalogue aims to illustrate the development and significance of early printing, showcasing selected works that represent this pivotal period in the history of literature and publishing. At the start of the catalogue, the preface introduces the collection formed to showcase the first century of printed books, emphasizing the educational value and uniqueness of the originals compared to reproductions. The preface also highlights the intent to serve both casual observers and serious students of the early printing art, with a well-organized display of the collection's items. The initial sections detail the manuscripts and printed volumes included, providing historical context and bibliographic data, setting the stage for a comprehensive exploration of early book printing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Z: Bibliography, Library science
Subject Incunabula -- Connecticut -- New Haven -- Bibliography -- Catalogs
Subject Rare books -- Connecticut -- New Haven -- Bibliography -- Catalogs
Category Text
EBook-No. 16844
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 12, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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