In a work with profound implications for the electronic age, Ivan Illich explores how revolutions in technology affect the way we read and understand text. Examining the Didascalicon of Hugh of St. Victor, Illich celebrates the culture of the book from the twelfth century to the present. Hugh's work, at once an encyclopedia and guide to the art of reading, reveals a twelfth-century revolution as sweeping as that brought about by the invention of the printing press and equal in magnitude only to the changes of the ...
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In a work with profound implications for the electronic age, Ivan Illich explores how revolutions in technology affect the way we read and understand text. Examining the Didascalicon of Hugh of St. Victor, Illich celebrates the culture of the book from the twelfth century to the present. Hugh's work, at once an encyclopedia and guide to the art of reading, reveals a twelfth-century revolution as sweeping as that brought about by the invention of the printing press and equal in magnitude only to the changes of the computer age--the transition from reading as a vocal activity done in the monastery to reading as a predominantly silent activity performed by and for individuals.
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Good. very good but for a dampstain along the top of the book and one one page, none stuck together. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 162 p. Contains: Illustrations, black & white. Commentary to Hugh's Didascalicon. Audience: General/trade.
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This book is in good condition with very minimal damage. Pages may have minimal notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer.
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Near Fine. A Commentary to Hugh's Didascalicon. 4J. With detailed bibliography. A beautiful copy, nearly as new. Tight binding with square, uncreased spine. No marks. Flat shiny covers with hardly any wear.
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Very Good. Size: 8x5x0; Softcover. Very Good with regular shelf/age wear. Free of any markings and no writings inside. For any additional information or pictures, please inquire.