Puchner, Martin
The Written World
- ISBN 13:
- 9781783783144
- author:
- Puchner, Martin
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Granta Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2018
- Pages:
- 432
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.9 x 2.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Language Arts, Alphabet,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The Written World: How Literature Shapes History
This comprehensive and engaging book explores how the power of literature has influenced civilizations throughout time. From ancient texts to modern writing technologies, Martin Puchner reveals the stories behind groundbreaking foundational texts and their impact on the world.
Discover new insights into old texts and uncover fascinating stories about creative people whose lives shaped the written word. With a worldwide literary perspective spanning thousands of years, this book will change the way you view the past, present, and future of literature.
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