The Country Printer: An Essay (1896)

By William Dean Howells

Book Overview

""The Country Printer: An Essay"" is a literary work written by William Dean Howells, first published in 1896. The book is an essay that explores the life and work of a country printer in the late 19th century. Howells examines the printer's role in society and the impact of technological advancements on the printing industry. He also discusses the printer's relationship with the community and the importance of local newspapers in rural areas. The book is a vivid portrayal of the rural printing industry and provides readers with a glimpse into a bygone era. Howells' writing style is engaging and descriptive, making the book a delightful read for history enthusiasts and literature lovers alike. ""The Country Printer: An Essay"" is a valuable piece of American literary history that sheds light on a forgotten profession and the role of print media in American society.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: 054857135X
• ISBN13: 9780548571354
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"