Author: The Dolmen Press (Alf MacLochlainn and Liam Miller, editors)
Title: The Irish Book: Published for the Bibliographical Society of Ireland (Complete Set: 8 Issues)
Description: Dublin, The Dolmen Press, 1959. Softcovers. Octavo. Vol I, no. 1, 9" x 5 1/2"; Vol I, nos. 2-4. 7 3/4" x 5 1/4"; Vol II, Nos. 1, 2, 3 & 4 (single binding) and Volume III, No. 01, 10" x 6." Paper covers with black or red lettering, slightly faded, occasional minor wear to top and bottom of spine. Hibernia insignia to front cover, black lettering to spine. Hampshire Library stamp to Vol. I no. 2. Volume I, edited by Alf MacLochlainn. Volumes II and III edited by Liam Miller. The occasional corner nick or bump, but overall, very sound copies. (Miller pp. 84). The Irish Book series was The Dolmen Press's first periodical publication. Each issue featured original textual research, short bibliographic notes, and book reviews on the subjects of Irish authors, papermaking, printing, and publishing. Liam Miller and his wife Josephine founded The Dolmen Press in 1951. From the outset, the Press printed Irish poetry and literature using the techniques of fine press printing with expertly designed page layout, typography, and illustrations. Liam Miller supervised the production of nearly 324 books until his death in 1987, the same year the press closed. The Press's commitment to high quality printing and its exclusive focus on Irish authors and artists had a lasting influence on Irish publishing. Dolmen Press publications exemplify the rich culture and heritage of Irish craftsmanship, literature, and book design. Good Plus to Very Good .
Keywords: Irish, Irish Book History, Irish Bibliography, Irish Authors
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Title: The Irish Book: Published for the Bibliographical Society of Ireland (Complete Set: 8 Issues)
Description: Dublin, The Dolmen Press, 1959. Softcovers. Octavo. Vol I, no. 1, 9" x 5 1/2"; Vol I, nos. 2-4. 7 3/4" x 5 1/4"; Vol II, Nos. 1, 2, 3 & 4 (single binding) and Volume III, No. 01, 10" x 6." Paper covers with black or red lettering, slightly faded, occasional minor wear to top and bottom of spine. Hibernia insignia to front cover, black lettering to spine. Hampshire Library stamp to Vol. I no. 2. Volume I, edited by Alf MacLochlainn. Volumes II and III edited by Liam Miller. The occasional corner nick or bump, but overall, very sound copies. (Miller pp. 84). The Irish Book series was The Dolmen Press's first periodical publication. Each issue featured original textual research, short bibliographic notes, and book reviews on the subjects of Irish authors, papermaking, printing, and publishing. Liam Miller and his wife Josephine founded The Dolmen Press in 1951. From the outset, the Press printed Irish poetry and literature using the techniques of fine press printing with expertly designed page layout, typography, and illustrations. Liam Miller supervised the production of nearly 324 books until his death in 1987, the same year the press closed. The Press's commitment to high quality printing and its exclusive focus on Irish authors and artists had a lasting influence on Irish publishing. Dolmen Press publications exemplify the rich culture and heritage of Irish craftsmanship, literature, and book design. Good Plus to Very Good .
Keywords: Irish, Irish Book History, Irish Bibliography, Irish Authors
Price: US$ 850.00 Seller: Aardvark Books
- Book number: 85194
- Book number: 85194
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