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A History of Printing and Printers in Wales to 1810: And of Successive and Related Printers to 1923, Also, a History of Printing and Printers in Monmo

A History of Printing and Printers in Wales to 1810: And of Successive and Related Printers to 1923, Also, a History of Printing and Printers in Monmo

Jones, Ifano

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Business of WritingBritish HistoryTypography & Calligraphy

ISBN10: 1025719506
ISBN13: 9781025719504
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.18
Height: 0.79 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
A History of Printing and Printers in Wales to 1810 offers a definitive and scholarly exploration of the typographic heritage and publishing industry within Wales. Authored by Ifano Jones, this extensive study chronicles the arrival and expansion of the printing press, detailing the lives and contributions of the craftsmen who drove the dissemination of Welsh literature and thought. The narrative extends its reach beyond the early 19th century, following the lineages of successive printers and their related enterprises up to 1923. Furthermore, the volume provides a specialized focus on the history of printing in Monmouthshire, documenting the specific regional developments that occurred through the early 20th century.

Rich in bibliographical detail, the work highlights the intersection of technological advancement and cultural preservation. It identifies the major presses, significant titles produced, and the socio-economic factors that influenced the trade. Jones's research provides an invaluable resource for understanding how the printed word shaped Welsh identity and facilitated the growth of a distinct intellectual tradition. This comprehensive history remains a cornerstone for researchers of Welsh history, the history of the book, and the evolution of graphic arts in the British Isles.

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