A Study of the History of the International
Typographical Union, 1852-1963, Vol. 1. Colorado Springs, CO: 1964. Hardcover,
gray buckram over boards; the ITU seal in blue and gold on front, blue labels
with gold lettering on spine; 411 numbered pages; approx. 8½” x 5½”. Illustrated
with some photo reproductions; no dust jacket. Original, not a reprint.
This book
offers an amazing amount of information on printing as a trade, beginning long
before the start of this organization. It is arranged in three sections: “The Printer
Since Movable Type,” “ITU Laws and Fundamental Principles,” and “ITU Philosophy
of Unionism.” A list of national meetings is at the end of the book, and
includes the names and offices of many of the primary leaders through the
history.
Collecting
categories: printing, and printing history; book history; genealogy, because of
the listings of prominent leaders; and of course the ITU itself.
Book condition
is “good” or a bit better: binding is solid, with everything securely intact;
no marks in or out; some external wear. Please see listing pics.
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