Publisher's Synopsis
"Abstracts From the Wills and Testamentary Documents of Binders, Printers and Stationers of Oxford" offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and legacies of the individuals who shaped the early book trade in Oxford. Compiled from original sources, this meticulously researched volume provides abstracts of wills and testamentary documents, shedding light on the personal estates, business dealings, and familial relationships of bookbinders, printers, and stationers. Names like John Lichfield, Elizabeth Spire, and Thomas Middleton emerge from the historical record, revealing the intricacies of their lives and contributions. This book is an invaluable resource for historians, bibliographers, and anyone interested in the history of the book and the social and economic fabric of Oxford during this period.
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