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Some Account of the Oxford University Press, 1468-1921

By Oxford University Press

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Witness the remarkable rise of a printing press from its first book to becoming a pillar of academic and literary history.

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2020-02-16
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"Some Account of the Oxford University Press, 1468-1921" by Oxford University Press chronicles the long and influential story of a major publishing house, from its humble beginnings in the 1400s to its established presence in the early 1900s. The book traces the Oxford University Press's journey from its first printed book and through centuries of growth within academia, education, and literary circles by highlighting key individuals and moments like the acquisition of printing rights and its crucial role in spreading both religious texts and academic findings. It navigates the obstacles it overcame during times of conflict and political shift to present a rich history of scholarly achievement and lasting contributions to literature and education.

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Oxford University Press (OUP) is the publishing house of the University of Oxford. It is the largest university press in the world. Its first book was printed in Oxford in 1478, with the Press officially granted the legal right to print books by decree in 1586. It is the second-oldest university press after Cambridge University Press, which was founded in 1534.

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