Foxe''s ''Book of Martyrs'' and Early Modern Print Culture

A comprehensive investigation of the Book of Martyrs's compilation, printing, publication, illustration, and reception.

List of contents

Introduction; 1. The compilation of the book; 2. The Book of Martyrs in the printing house; 3. Viewing the pictures; 4. Reading the pages; Appendix. Glossary of technical terms; Select bibliography; Index.

Summary

In this 2006 book, John N. King offers a comprehensive investigation of the compilation, printing, publication, illustration, and reception of the most complex, best-illustrated English book of its time. Richly illustrated, this is an important contribution to early modern literary studies, cultural and religious history, and the history of the book.

Product details

• Authors: John N. King, Mr John N. King
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 27.10.2011
• EAN: 9781107403628
• ISBN: 978-1-107-40362-8
• No. of pages: 370
• Subjects: Fiction > Poetry, drama; Humanities, art, music > Linguistics and literary studies > English linguistics / literary studies; HISTORY / General, LITERARY CRITICISM / Ancient & Classical, RELIGION / Religious Intolerance, Persecution & Conflict, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / Media & Communications, 17th century, c 1600 to c 1699, History: specific events and topics, Religious intolerance, persecution and conflict, 16th century, c 1500 to c 1599, c 1500 to c 1600, C 1600 To C 1700, Literary studies: ancient, classical and medieval, Publishing industry and journalism, Publishing industry & book trade, Publishing and book trade