Thomas Berthelet, Royal Printer and Bookbinder to Henry VIII., King of England

"Thomas Berthelet, Royal Printer and Bookbinder to Henry VIII., King of England" by Cyril Davenport is a historical exploration of a key figure in English bookmaking. The story throws the reader into the world of Tudor-era England and the life of Thomas Berthelet. It highlights his impact on bookbinding and printing during a period of significant change. The story looks at how Berthelet shifted away from older methods used in monasteries to more modern techniques, marking him as an important person in the English Renaissance. The book uses historical records to show Berthelet's work, set against a backdrop of traditional and changing book production practices in England.