Publisher's Synopsis
""Books and Bookmen"" is a collection of essays written by Andrew Lang, a Scottish writer and literary critic. The book was first published in 1887 and covers a wide range of topics related to books and literature. Lang discusses the history of books, the art of bookbinding, the lives of famous authors, and the role of libraries in society. He also includes personal anecdotes and reflections on his own experiences as a book collector and reader. The essays are written in Lang's signature witty and engaging style, making them both informative and entertaining. ""Books and Bookmen"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the world of books and literature.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.