The Printery

The Printery

by St. Louis Mercantile Library at the University of Missouri--St. Louis

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Includes foreword by Kay Michael Kramer, condensed and updated article by Timothy Hawley that originally appeared in the Autumn 1981 issue of The private library, and exhibition catalog.

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    How does the physical craftsmanship and historical artistry of traditional printing, as explored in the book, contrast with the rapid, digital way we consume information and media today?

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    In what ways do you think the physical preservation of books and documents shapes our collective memory and understanding of history?

  3. 3

    The book highlights the dedication of private presses and printers; how has your own relationship with physical books evolved over time?

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