FYS 037 I Can't Live Without Books
This course explores the field of book history, the study of the making and using of books. Hands-on work with Skillman Library’s rare books collection and librarians will be a key feature of the course, as will discussions, activities, and local field trips that will help us gain insight into how books and reading have featured in human culture, why that matters, and where that history still unfolds today. From artistic and literary angles to economic and legal contexts to the science and technology of text-making and sharing, book history exemplifies the cross-connections of a liberal arts experience. Whether you’re a lit nerd or a technical whiz or anything else, there’s a lot for you to love in this course!
Instructor
Phillips