From Author to Reader - A Social Study of Books

Originally published in 1982, From Author to Reader, first of its kind, is a complete review of books in modern society that draws upon the author's own and many other published sources concerning the social aspects of books. It looks at the roles played by authors, publishers, booksellers and librarians in bringing books to readers.

List of contents

Preface 1. The book as a medium of communication 2. Authors 3. Publishing 4. Bookselling 5. The lending and borrowing of books 6. Book readers

About the author

Peter H Mann was an English sociologist who spent most of his career at the University of Sheffield, UK. Peter was especially committed to teaching and demonstrating reliable and rigorous methods of social investigation; and his advice on research design and implementation was sought in several settings.

Summary

Originally published in 1982, From Author to Reader, first of its kind, is a complete review of books in modern society that draws upon the author’s own and many other published sources concerning the social aspects of books. It looks at the roles played by authors, publishers, booksellers and librarians in bringing books to readers.

Product details

• Authors: Peter H Mann
• Publisher: Taylor and Francis
• Languages: English
• Product format: Hardback
• Released: 01.11.2024
• EAN: 9781032898087
• ISBN: 978-1-032-89808-7
• No. of pages: 204
• Weight: 540 g
• Series: Routledge Revivals
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > History; Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Society; Social sciences, law, business > Media, communication > Media science; Media Studies, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Media Studies, BUSINESS & ECONOMICS / Industries / Media & Communications, SOCIAL SCIENCE / Holidays (non-religious), Press & journalism, Sociology: sport & leisure, Sociology: sport and leisure, Library & information services, Library and information services, Publishing industry and journalism, Publishing industry & book trade