Early Princeton Printing (1911)

Early Princeton Printing is a book written by Varnum Lansing Collins and first published in 1911. The book is a comprehensive account of the history of printing at Princeton University from its inception in the late 18th century up until the early 20th century. It includes detailed information on the printers and publishers who worked at Princeton, the books they printed, and the impact they had on the university and the wider world of printing.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different aspect of Princeton's printing history. The first section provides an overview of the early years of printing at Princeton, including the establishment of the first printing press on campus in 1786. The second section focuses on the work of the university's first printer, Samuel Blair, and his successors, including John Woods, Benjamin Olds, and John T. Robinson.The third section of the book covers the period from the mid-19th century to the early 20th century, when printing at Princeton underwent significant changes. During this time, the university's printing operations were modernized and expanded, and new technologies such as the Linotype machine were introduced. The book also discusses the role of the Princeton University Press, which was founded in 1905 and quickly became one of the most important academic publishers in the world.Throughout the book, Collins provides detailed information on the books and other printed materials produced at Princeton, including textbooks, scientific works, religious tracts, and literary publications. He also discusses the impact of Princeton's printing operations on the wider world of printing, including the development of new printing technologies and the emergence of new publishing practices.Overall, Early Princeton Printing is a fascinating and well-researched account of the history of printing at one of America's most prestigious universities. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of printing, publishing, or academia in the United States.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.