""Early Illustrated Books"" by Alfred W. Pollard is a comprehensive guide to the history and development of illustrated books from the earliest examples of the art form to the end of the 18th century. The book covers the various techniques and styles used in early illustrated books, including woodcuts, engravings, and etchings, and explores the ways in which illustrations were used to enhance and complement the text. The author also provides a detailed analysis of the social and cultural context in which these books were produced, examining the role of publishers, printers, and artists in shaping the development of the illustrated book. The book is illustrated with numerous examples of early illustrated books, making it an invaluable resource for scholars, collectors, and anyone interested in the history of book illustration.A History Of The Decoration And Illustration Of Books In The 15th And 16th Centuries.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.