The Venetian Printing Press: A Historical Study Based Upon Documents for the Most Part Hitherto Unpublished (1891)

""The Venetian Printing Press"" is a historical study written by Horatio Forbes Brown and published in 1891. The book is based on documents that were previously unpublished, and it provides a comprehensive look at the printing industry in Venice during the Renaissance period. The book begins with an overview of the early history of printing in Venice, including the establishment of the first printing press in the city in 1469. It then goes on to detail the development of the printing industry in Venice, including the various types of printing presses and the role of printers in the city's cultural and economic life. Throughout the book, Brown draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, contracts, and other documents, to provide a detailed picture of the printing industry in Venice. He also discusses the impact of the printing press on the city's intellectual and cultural life, highlighting the role of printers in the production and dissemination of important works of literature and philosophy. Overall, ""The Venetian Printing Press"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the history of printing in Venice, and it remains an important resource for scholars and historians interested in the development of the printing industry during the Renaissance period.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.