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by George Simpson Eddy (Author)
The book ""A Work Book of the Printing House of Benjamin Franklin and David Hall 1759-1766"" by George Simpson Eddy is a comprehensive collection of documents, records, and accounts related to the daily operations of Benjamin Franklin and David Hall's printing house in Philadelphia during the years 1759 to 1766. The book provides a detailed insight into the printing industry of the time and the processes involved in producing various printed materials such as books, newspapers, and pamphlets. It also includes information about the typefaces, inks, and paper used in the printing process. The book is organized into several sections, each of which covers a specific aspect of the printing house's operations. The sections include accounts of the printing house's business transactions, records of the employees' wages, and detailed descriptions of the printing equipment and materials used. The book also features reproductions of original documents, including invoices, receipts, and letters, which provide a fascinating glimpse into the day-to-day workings of the printing house. Overall, ""A Work Book of the Printing House of Benjamin Franklin and David Hall 1759-1766"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of printing and publishing in colonial America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
