Author |
Saunders, Frederick, 1807-1902 |
Title |
The Author's Printing and Publishing Assistant Comprising Explanations of the Process of Printing; Preparation and Calculation of Manuscripts; Choice of Paper, Type, Binding, Illustrations, Publishing, Advertising, &c.; with an Exemplification and Description of the Typographical Marks Used in the Correction of the Press
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Note |
Reading ease score: 62.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Credits |
E-text prepared by Julia Miller and the Project Gutenberg Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive/American Libraries (http://www.archive.org/details/americana)
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Summary |
"The Author's Printing and Publishing Assistant" by Frederick Saunders is a practical guide to the technical aspects of printing and publishing, written in the early 19th century. This work serves mainly as an instructional manual for authors, providing essential insights into the processes involved in preparing manuscripts for publication. Overall, it focuses on the intricacies of printing techniques, manuscript preparation, and publishing considerations during this transformative period in the literary landscape. The book delves into various processes of printing, including composing, stereotyping, and lithography, while outlining the steps an author must take to prepare their manuscripts efficiently. It covers practical advice on selecting suitable paper, typesetting, and correcting proofs, emphasizing the importance of clarity and uniformity in written work. Additionally, it discusses binding options and marketing strategies, guiding authors on how to navigate the publishing world to successfully bring their works to readership. By detailing both historical context and technical guidance, the book serves as an invaluable resource for aspiring writers and those interested in the mechanics of publishing. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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Language |
English |
LoC Class |
Z: Bibliography, Library science
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Subject |
Printing -- Style manuals
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Subject |
Authorship -- Style manuals
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Text |
EBook-No. |
31006 |
Release Date |
Jan 18, 2010 |
Most Recently Updated |
Nov 9, 2013 |
Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
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