The History and Art of Printing: In Two Parts (1771) is a comprehensive book written by Philip Luckombe that provides a detailed account of the history of printing and its development over time. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on the history of printing, beginning with the invention of the printing press by Johannes Gutenberg in the 15th century and continuing up to the 18th century.The second part of the book focuses on the art of printing, including the various techniques and processes involved in the creation of printed materials. This includes an in-depth discussion of typography, engraving, and other related topics.Throughout the book, Luckombe provides a wealth of information on the various technological advancements that have occurred in the field of printing, as well as the various social and cultural factors that have influenced the development of printing over time. The book is considered an important resource for anyone interested in the history of printing and its impact on society and culture.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.