Philobiblon: A Treatise On The Love Of Books is a book written by Richard de Bury in 1345 and translated into English by E. C. Thomas in 1861. The book is a passionate ode to the love of books and the value of reading. It is divided into twenty chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the joys and benefits of reading. De Bury covers topics such as the importance of acquiring books, the pleasures of reading, the role of books in education, and the benefits of book collecting. He also discusses the proper care of books and the responsibilities of book owners. The book is a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval book culture and the intellectual life of the time. It is a timeless tribute to the power of books and the enduring love of reading.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.
| Autorius: | Richard De Bury |
| Leidėjas: | Kessinger Publishing, LLC |
| Išleidimo metai: | 2008 |
| Knygos puslapių skaičius: | 264 |
| ISBN-10: | 1437095585 |
| ISBN-13: | 9781437095586 |
| Formatas: | 229 x 152 x 14 mm. Knyga minkštu viršeliu |
| Kalba: | Anglų |
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