Description

Memoirs of a Publisher: George Haven Putnam 1865 to 1915 is an autobiographical account of the life and career of George Haven Putnam, a prominent American publisher who lived from 1844 to 1930. In this book, Putnam shares his experiences in the publishing industry during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including his time as president of the American Publishers Association.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of Putnam's life and career. He discusses his family background, his education, and his early years in the publishing industry. He also talks about his involvement in the development of the American Library Association and his efforts to promote literacy and education in the United States.Throughout the book, Putnam provides insight into the challenges and opportunities that he faced as a publisher during a time of great change in the industry. He discusses the rise of new technologies, such as the printing press and the telegraph, and how they affected the business of publishing. He also talks about the impact of new laws and regulations on the industry, including the Copyright Act of 1909.Memoirs of a Publisher is a fascinating look at the life of one of America's most influential publishers. It provides a unique perspective on the history of the publishing industry in the United States and offers valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities that face publishers today.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.