stiff paper wrappers
1983 · Worcester
by Stoddard, Roger
Worcester: American Antiquarian Society, 1983. stiff paper wrappers. small 8vo. stiff paper wrappers. (ii), pp. 265-361. Reprinted from the Proceedings. A fascinating look at the business of publishing in early America using examined copies as the basis of the study. Stoddard examined over 5000 copies of 1299 editions of books and pamphlets of verse issued in America before 1821. He then draws conclusions about bindings, subscription books, dedications, best sellers, etc. With lists of books and pamphlets for each category. (Inventory #: 79274)