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Philobiblon: A Treatise on the Love of Books (Cambridge Library Collection - History of Printing, Publishing and Libraries)
Philobiblon A Treatise on the Love of Books - Cambridge Library Collection - History of Printing, Publishing and Libraries
Author: Richard de Bury
Distinguished above all for his zeal for learning, Richard de Bury (1287-1345) was an influential figure during the reign of Edward III, becoming bishop of Durham and serving on several diplomatic missions abroad, during which time he accumulated many rare works. The Philobiblon is his passionate treatise on learning and book collecting. Lodging...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781108061438
ISBN-10: 1108061435
Publication Date: 8/11/2013
Pages: 166
Edition: 1
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Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Book Type: Paperback
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