Abel Clemence Of Rouen: A Sixteenth-Century Secret Press

By George Clutton

Book Overview

Abel Clemence of Rouen: A Sixteenth-Century Secret Press is a book written by George Clutton. The book is a historical account of Abel Clemence, a printer who operated a secret press in Rouen, France during the 16th century. The book chronicles the life and work of Abel Clemence and his associates, who printed and distributed Protestant literature during a time when such materials were banned by the Catholic Church. The book provides insights into the social, political, and religious climate of 16th-century France, and sheds light on the underground printing industry that played a vital role in the spread of Protestant ideas. The author draws on a range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and historical records, to provide a detailed and engaging account of Abel Clemence and his secret press. The book will appeal to readers interested in French history, the Reformation, and the history of printing and publishing.This Article Is Contained In Vol. XX, No. 2, September 1939 Issue Of The Library, Transactions Of The Bibliographical Society. Contents Also Include: Armorial Book-Stamps And Their Owners, H. J. B. Clements; Another Fragment From Henslowe's Diary, Joseph Quincy Adams; And More.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163186856
• ISBN13: 9781163186855
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 144 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"