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ENG 556 - The History of Publishing: From Alphabet to E-Book

4 credits
Explores the history of the book in the West from the invention of writing to electronic publication. Topics include authorship, publication, manufacture, distribution, reception, competition, and the survival of books. Introduces students to various writing professions through visits from professional writers. Recommended: ENG 300  or ENG 301  .
* This course was formerly offered under a different number; students who took the following course(s) will not receive additional credit unless otherwise noted: WR 555
Graded (A-F) only.


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