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In Quest of the Perfect Book
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In Quest of the Perfect Book

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"In Quest of the Perfect Book: Reminiscences & Reflections of a Bookman" offers a fascinating journey into the world of book design and printing history. William Dana Orcutt, a renowned figure in the field, shares his insights and experiences, providing a captivating glimpse into the art and craft of creating beautiful books.

This collection of essays explores typography, book collecting, and the enduring quest for aesthetic perfection in the printed word. Orcutt's reflections illuminate the historical context of book design while revealing a passion for the book as both a functional object and a work of art. A treasure for anyone interested in the history of books, "In Quest of the Perfect Book" is a testament to the dedication and artistry of a true bookman.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
29 March 2025
Pages
202
ISBN
9781023498005

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

"In Quest of the Perfect Book: Reminiscences & Reflections of a Bookman" offers a fascinating journey into the world of book design and printing history. William Dana Orcutt, a renowned figure in the field, shares his insights and experiences, providing a captivating glimpse into the art and craft of creating beautiful books.

This collection of essays explores typography, book collecting, and the enduring quest for aesthetic perfection in the printed word. Orcutt's reflections illuminate the historical context of book design while revealing a passion for the book as both a functional object and a work of art. A treasure for anyone interested in the history of books, "In Quest of the Perfect Book" is a testament to the dedication and artistry of a true bookman.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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Format
Hardback
Publisher
Anson Street Press
Date
29 March 2025
Pages
202
ISBN
9781023498005