A History of Reading

by Alberto Manguel

History Literature

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A thoughtful journey through the history of reading and its impact on human culture and society.

ISBN-13 9780143126713 ASIN 0143126717 Views 207 Publisher Penguin Books Year 2014 Edition Revised Format Paperback Product Group Book Pages 384 Created February 20, 2026 Updated September 29, 2026

About This Book

A History of Reading examines the evolution of reading as a cultural practice.

The book traces how societies have engaged with texts across centuries.

It considers the relationship between readers and the written word.

Alberto Manguel draws on diverse historical sources to explore this theme.

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