Grafton, Anthony
Inky Fingers: The Making of Books in Early Modern Europe
- ISBN 13:
- 9780674271210
- author:
- Grafton, Anthony
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- The Belknap Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2022
- Pages:
- 392
- Dimensions:
- 23.6 x 15.9 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Language Arts, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Anthony Grafton's Inky Fingers explores the intricate world of bookmaking in early modern Europe. This fascinating account reveals the physical and mental labors that went into creating influential treatises, from theological polemics to groundbreaking works by Jean Mabillon and Baruch Spinoza. Through his erudite narrative, Grafton draws new connections between humanistic traditions and intellectual innovations, highlighting the crucial role of scribes, scholars, and printmakers in shaping the history of ideas. The result is a captivating story that underscores the importance of hands-on labor in the pursuit of knowledge. By shedding light on the often-overlooked craft of bookmaking, Grafton's Inky Fingers offers a fresh perspective on the intellectual innovations of this period, revealing the complex interplay between human ingenuity and manual skill.
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