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Aug 2019
44m 14s

The Rise of Printing and the Invention o...

Wondery / Patrick Wyman
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There’s an interesting history when it comes to books, printing, and the Reformation, all tied together through new technology and business. Professor Andrew Pettegree joins me to talk about all of this and more, as well as his new book, The Bookshop of the World: Making and Trading Books in the Dutch Golden Age. Support this show by supporting our sponsors ... Show More
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