Erhard Ratdolt And His Work At Venice (1894)

''Erhard Ratdolt and His Work at Venice'' is a book written by Gilbert Richard Redgrave in 1894. The book explores the life and work of Erhard Ratdolt, a prominent German printer, publisher, and bookseller who worked in Venice during the late 15th and early 16th centuries. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides a biographical account of Ratdolt’s life, including his early years in Augsburg, his move to Venice, and his various business ventures. The second part of the book focuses on Ratdolt’s work as a printer and publisher, and provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of some of his most notable publications, including scientific works, mathematical treatises, and religious texts. Throughout the book, Redgrave emphasizes Ratdolt’s contributions to the printing industry, particularly his innovations in typography and book design. The book also includes a number of illustrations and reproductions of Ratdolt’s work, providing readers with a visual representation of his artistic and technical achievements. Overall, ''Erhard Ratdolt and His Work at Venice'' is a comprehensive and informative study of a significant figure in the history of printing and publishing. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the book, typography, or the Renaissance era.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.