A history of Longmans and their books, 1724-1990: longevity in publishing/ Asa Briggs.

By:

Briggs, Asa

Publication details: London : Oak Knoll Press, 2008.Description: xi, 587 p. ill. (some col.)ISBN:

9781584562344

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DDC classification:

070.509 42 P8

Summary: "Social historian Briggs tells the story of Longmans' role in the book trade and its international, social, economic, intellectual, and cultural history. The UK's oldest commercial publisher, they have produced numerous books on law, medicine, religion, science, sport, reference, and education. Includes index, over 260 illustrations, and five appendices"--Provided by publisher.

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Includes bibliographical references and index.

"Social historian Briggs tells the story of Longmans' role in the book trade and its international, social, economic, intellectual, and cultural history. The UK's oldest commercial publisher, they have produced numerous books on law, medicine, religion, science, sport, reference, and education. Includes index, over 260 illustrations, and five appendices"--Provided by publisher.

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