British newspapers: A history and guide for collectors

by Brian Lake

First edition. Part I deals with the history of the newspaper from its origins in the sixteenth century up to the present day struggle for survival. Part II covers the different approaches to collecting and includes interesting sections on printing and advertising history, fakes and forgeries, and the preservation of newspapers. Part III lists newspaper libraries, dealers, and associations. There is also a bibliography. Corners bumped. 213 pages. cloth, dust jacket.. 8vo..

213 pages, Hardcover

Published January 1, 1984