This stated first edition art book contains more than 300 glorious illustrations from library collections around the globe as well as a wealth of book lore. Smithsonian book of books state first edition in cloth slip. Published by the viking childrens books and penguin workshop imprints, these highlyvisual books for kids ages 514 come in a variety of formats including hardcovers, readers, 8 x 8s, activity books, and. Smithsonian book of books edition 1 available in hardcover. References to the smithsonian appeared in biographical novels, satires, murder mysteries and adventures, ranging from a few words to complete novels set at the smithsonian. This stated first edition art book contains more than 300 glorious. This is the 1st printing of the stated first edition. The smithsonian in books smithsonian institution archives. Book collecting is the collecting of books, including seeking, locating, acquiring, organizing. A history of book making cites examples from as far back as the eighth century, reveals the stories behind the makings. Open library is an open, editable library catalog, building towards a web page for every book ever published. The smithsonian book of books 1992 first edition michael. In 1992, he wrote the smithsonian book of books, on the history of the manuscript and print revolutions. Through more than 300 glorious illustrations from library collections around the globe, youll discover a wealth of book lore in.
The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert 19920924. Apparently the only extant full set is owned by the smithsonian institutions. The smithsonian book of books michael olmert first edition. Complete summary of michael olmerts the smithsonian book of books.
Beginning with the ancient origins of writing, olmert revisits great works of religion, science, and literature. Sep 17, 2003 the smithsonian book of books by michael olmert, 9780895990303, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Olmert also wrote the official guidebook to colonial williamsburg in print from 1985 to 2015, which covers the moststudied 18th century town in the world. Art, architecture and photography, collecting, education, hobbies.
The term popup book is often applied to any book with threedimensional pages, although properly the umbrella term movable book covers popups, transformations, tunnel books, volvelles, flaps. Search for library items search for lists search for. Isbn 9780517147252 9780517147252 hardcover, random house value publishing, 1995 founded in 1997, has become a leading book price. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert 199209. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert 1992 1st. Complete summary of michael olmert s the smithsonian book of books. Olmert, michael english department university of maryland. Smithsonian book of books state first edition in cloth. Through more than 300 glorious illustrations from lib. Books about illuminated manuscripts what should i read next. Celebrates the history of the world of books and the book industry from the earliest attempts at writing to the latest electronic computer books.
Remarkable stories of strength, ingenuity, and vision from the national collection. Huge 1992 coffee table type hardcover copy of the smithsonian book of books by michael olmert. The smithsonian book of books by olmert, michael presents the history, the art, and the influence of books through all ages and cultures, revisiting the great works of religion, science, and literature and. Smithsonian books 600 maryland ave sw, suite 6001 washington, dc 20024. The two books he has published are miltons teeth and ovids umbrella 1996 and the smithsonian book of books 1992. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert, 1992, smithsonian books edition, in.
The book lovers guide to the craft, history and mystery of books and bookmaking. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert 19920924 hardcover january 1, 1788 see all 4 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. The cycle from zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance comes to the smithsonian. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert thriftbooks. When you cant get to the smithsonian, we bring the smithsonian to you.
Uniquely among these murals, the landscape reflects a recognizable presentday location. Publication date 1992 topics books, book industries and trade, pictorial works, boeken, handschriften, livres, livres, buch. Michael olmert author of the smithsonian book of books. The smithsonian book of books michael olmert, author, m. I could almost smell the old books portrayed within the pages of this book, imagining myself leafing through timeworn pages, dreaming of exploring the contents of some of the ancient libraries of the world. A history of book making cites examples from as far back as the eighth century, reveals the stories behind the makings of famous works, and includes such chapters. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert goodreads. Olmerts lively text describes the evolution of the book and its impact on society.
Buy the smithsonian book of books reissue by olmert, michael isbn. History, book industries and trade, books, buch, livres, boeken. A survey history of the book as the conveyer of the intellectual history of man, focusing on the physical object as a work of art. Alaskan mammoth steppe jay matternes from visions of lost worlds is the perfect example of season transition. Michael olmert, author of the smithsonian book of books, on librarything librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers home groups talk zeitgeist. Olmert has written over 90 television documentaries, two plays, and two books. Books, long the wellspring of knowledge and inspiration, play a formative role at the smithsonian institution. The smithsonian book of books 1992 edition open library. An exhibition of popup books curated by carol barton was shown at the smithsonian institutions. The smithsonian book of books canon city public library.
The chapters vary from a chapter on the bible, a chapter on the koran, a chapter on childrens lit, one on fonts and bookbinding, lots about shakespeare, murray and the oed, and the book of kells. The smithsonian book of books by olmert, michael presents the history, the art, and the influence of books through all ages and cultures, revisiting the great works of religion, science, and literature and touching on the histories of book making, book selling, and book illustration. A history of book making cites examples from as far back as the eighth century, reveals. Smithsonian books capital gallery, suite 6001 po box. Smithsonian books capital gallery, suite 6001 po box 37012, mrc 5 washington, dc 200. I could almost smell the old books portrayed within the pages of this book, imagining myself leafing through timeworn pages, dreaming of. The smithsonian book of books 9780895990303 by michael olmert and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Smithsonian book of books edition 1 by michael olmert. The smithsonian book of books 1992 first edition michael olmert michael olmert on. Olmerts two plays are entitled shakespeare and lopez and great creating nature.
The smithsonian book of books was written by michal olmert and published by the smithsonian institution, 1992. He has been awarded 3 emmy awards for his work on the discovery channel. Michael olmert the smithsonian book of books werewolves. Buy a cheap copy of the smithsonian book of books by michael olmert. Accompanied by more than 300 illustrations, most in full color, the smithsonian book of books presents the history, the art, and the influence of books through all ages and cultures. Thirteen books that informed and delighted smithsonian. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert walmart. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert, 1992, smithsonian books edition, in english 1st ed. Published by the viking childrens books and penguin workshop imprints, these highlyvisual books for kids ages 514 come in a variety of formats including hardcovers, readers, 8 x 8s, activity books, and fact books. The organizations thought leadersa fiercely independent band of outspoken. The chapters vary from a chapter on the bible, a chapter on the koran, a chapter on childrens lit.
Nova infinite secrets library resource kit bibliography pbs. The new little women brings louisa may alcotts real life to the big screen. Celebrates the history of the world of books and the book industry from the earliest attempts at writing to the latest electronic computerbooks. Michael olmert is a professor of english at the university of maryland, college park and a writer. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert 1995. I say this because it is not a purely visual experience. Has written over 70 documentaries on cultural history and natural history, for discovery, tlc, smithsonian, and national geographic. Up to 20 books are listed, in descending order of popularity. This book of books by the smithsonian is a delight for the senses. The smithsonian and its staff began to appear in fiction writing shortly after it was founded, reflecting popular ideas of what this new institution was.
Books about printing history what should i read next. The smithsonian book of books michael olmert, women bookbinders marianne tidcombe, fine bookbinding in the twentieth centuryroy harley lewis genre. Aug 25, 2018 michael olmert the smithsonian book of books werewolves pdf read online e through than glorious illustrations from library collections around the globe, you ll discover a wealth of book lore in these pages and gain a new appreciation for the role of books in human society, from our earliest attempts at writing and recording information to the newest electronic books from sumptuous. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert 19920924 on. Includes information on the history of books and the evolution of. Sep 17, 2003 this book of books by the smithsonian is a delight for the senses. Michael olmert is the author of miltons teeth and ovids umbrella. The smithsonian book of books by michael olmert, 9780895990303, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. I could almost smell the old books portrayed within the pages of this. Creating the national museum of african american history and culture in the age of bush, obama, and trump.
688 1484 1304 1124 240 552 70 760 696 1147 377 466 1030 1534 303 448 1220 452 145 583 1065 682 1180 129 1209 59 384 679 1150 506 748 1355