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ENG 481 History of the Book
贰狈骋听481听听History of the Book听听(3 credit hours)听听
This course provides an overview of book history from the invention of the hand-written codex through the printing press and current digital manifestations, including electronic texts and Google Books. Students will examine rare materials in hands-on settings and during field trips to special collections libraries; try out historical techniques of writing, printing, and manufacture; and investigate the many social roles involved in creating and using books, including those of author, editor, printer, publisher, reader, and seller.
Restriction: Junior standing or above
Typically offered in Spring only
This course is offered alternate years