De La Profession D'imprimeur Des Maitres Imprimeurs Et De La Necessité Actuelle De Donner À L'imprimerie Les Réglements Promis Par Les Lois

The book provides a detailed account of the history and evolution of the printing profession highlighting the role of printers as artists and scholars in preserving and disseminating knowledge through the printed word. It explores the origins of the printing profession institutional developments contributions of notable printer families like the Estiennes and the regulations introduced to ensure quality in printed works. Through historical anecdotes the author paints a vivid picture of the golden age of printing in France honoring the pioneers of the profession and their impact on the cultural and intellectual heritage of the nation.