The Early Printers Of Spain And Portugal (1896)

The Early Printers of Spain and Portugal, written by Konrad Haebler in 1896, is a historical account of the early printing industry in Spain and Portugal. The book is divided into two parts, the first focusing on Spain and the second on Portugal. Haebler begins by providing a brief history of printing in Europe, including the development of movable type and the spread of printing technology. He then delves into the history of printing in Spain, starting with the first printing press in Valencia in 1474. Haebler discusses the major printing centers in Spain, such as Seville and Barcelona, and the printers who made significant contributions to the industry. He also covers the types of books that were printed in Spain during this period, including religious texts, poetry, and legal documents.The second part of the book focuses on Portugal, beginning with the first printing press in Lisbon in 1495. Haebler discusses the major printing centers in Portugal, such as Coimbra and Porto, and the printers who were active in these areas. He also covers the types of books that were printed in Portugal during this period, including religious texts, literature, and scientific works.Throughout the book, Haebler provides detailed information about the printing technology used during this period, including the types of typefaces and printing presses. He also discusses the challenges faced by early printers, such as censorship and competition from other printers.Overall, The Early Printers of Spain and Portugal provides a comprehensive overview of the early printing industry in these two countries, making it a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the history of printing and publishing.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.