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Printer's Error: Irreverent Stories from Book History,Used
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A funny and entertaining history of printed books as told through absurd moments in the lives of authors and printers, collected by televisions favorite rarebook expert from HISTORYs hit series Pawn Stars.Since the Gutenberg Bible first went on sale in 1455, printing has been viewed as one of the highest achievements of human innovation. But the march of progress hasnt been smooth; downright bizarre is more like it. Printers Error chronicles some of the strangest and most humorous episodes in the history of Western printing, and makes clear that weve succeeded despite ourselves. Rarebook expert Rebecca Romney and author J. P. Romney take us from monasteries and museums to auction houses and libraries to introduce curious episodes in the history of print that have had a profound impact on our world.Take, for example, the Gutenberg Bible. While the book is regarded as the first printed work in the Western world, Gutenbergs name doesnt appear anywhere on it. Today, Johannes Gutenberg is recognized as the father of Western printing. But for the first few hundred years after the invention of the printing press, no one knew who printed the first book. This longstanding mystery took researchers down a labyrinth of ancient archives and libraries, and unearthed surprising details, such as the fact that Gutenbergs financier sued him, repossessed his printing equipment, and started his own printing business afterward. Eventually the first printed book was tracked to the library of Cardinal Mazarin in France, and Gutenbergs fortytwoline Bible was finally credited to him, thus ensuring Gutenbergs name would be remembered by middleschool students worldwide.Like the works of Sarah Vowell, John Hodgman, and Ken Jennings, Printers Error is a rollicking ride through the annals of time and the printed word.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of Printer's Error? A: Printer's Error explores the humorous and bizarre moments in the history of printed books, revealing how these events have impacted the evolution of printing.
- Q: Who are the authors of Printer's Error? A: The book is authored by Rebecca Romney, a rare-book expert, and J. P. Romney.
- Q: When was Printer's Error published? A: Printer's Error was published on March 14, 2017.
- Q: What is the binding type of Printer's Error? A: Printer's Error is available in a hardcover binding.
- Q: How many pages are in Printer's Error? A: The book contains 384 pages.
- Q: What type of reader would enjoy Printer's Error? A: Readers interested in the history of printing, book lovers, and those who appreciate humorous storytelling would enjoy Printer's Error.
- Q: Is Printer's Error suitable for educational purposes? A: Yes, Printer's Error can be used as an entertaining educational resource on the history of printing and the evolution of the book.
- Q: What edition of Printer's Error is available? A: The available edition of Printer's Error is the First Edition.
- Q: What are some notable anecdotes covered in Printer's Error? A: The book includes stories about the Gutenberg Bible and the challenges faced by early printers, highlighting the quirky aspects of book history.
- Q: Can Printer's Error be a gift for someone interested in history? A: Absolutely, Printer's Error makes a great gift for anyone who enjoys history, especially those with an interest in books and printing.