book industry

A comprehensive overview of the best English-language scholarship on books and print culture.

Follows the processes in a printing plant which produce the books we find in stores, libraries, and schools.

Offers students interested in publishing information on different careers in the field, with an overview of each job's training requirements, responsibilities, salary, and outlook.

"Briefly discusses the history of the printed word and details how books are published today, from the author's idea to editing and design, 4-color printing, and distribution"--Provided by publisher.