This video explores the history of bookmaking at MIT, where students learn about the cultural and intellectual history of books by studying their construction. The class combines traditional lectures with hands-on experience, culminating in the building of a replica printing press and the creation of paper. Students gain a deeper understanding of the craftsmanship and technology involved in bookmaking, appreciating the history and evolution of this essential human endeavor.
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