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Book Wars
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Author : John B. Thompson
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2021-03-04
Book Wars written by John B. Thompson and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-03-04 with Social Science categories.
This book tells the story of the turbulent decades when the book publishing industry collided with the great technological revolution of our time. From the surge of ebooks to the self-publishing explosion and the growing popularity of audiobooks, Book Wars provides a comprehensive and fine-grained account of technological disruption in one of our most important and successful creative industries. Like other sectors, publishing has been thrown into disarray by the digital revolution. The foundation on which this industry had been based for 500 years – the packaging and sale of words and images in the form of printed books – was called into question by a technological revolution that enabled symbolic content to be stored, manipulated and transmitted quickly and cheaply. Publishers and retailers found themselves facing a proliferation of new players who were offering new products and services and challenging some of their most deeply held principles and beliefs. The old industry was suddenly thrust into the limelight as bitter conflicts erupted between publishers and new entrants, including powerful new tech giants who saw the world in very different ways. The book wars had begun. While ebooks were at the heart of many of these conflicts, Thompson argues that the most fundamental consequences lie elsewhere. The print-on-paper book has proven to be a remarkably resilient cultural form, but the digital revolution has transformed the industry in other ways, spawning new players which now wield unprecedented power and giving rise to an array of new publishing forms. Most important of all, it has transformed the broader information and communication environment, creating new challenges and new opportunities for publishers as they seek to redefine their role in the digital age. This unrivalled account of the book publishing industry as it faces its greatest challenge since Gutenberg will be essential reading for anyone interested in books and their future.
Book Wars
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Author : John B. Thompson
language : en
Publisher: Polity
Release Date : 2021-05-17
Book Wars written by John B. Thompson and has been published by Polity this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-05-17 with Social Science categories.
This book tells the story of the turbulent decade when the book publishing industry collided with the great technological revolution of our time. From the surge of ebooks to the self-publishing explosion and the growing popularity of audiobooks, this book provides a comprehensive and fine-grained account of technological disruption in one of our most important and successful creative industries. Like other sectors, publishing has been thrown into disarray by the digital revolution. The foundation on which this industry had been based for 500 years – the control, packaging and sale of words and images in the form of printed books – was called into question by a technological revolution that enabled symbolic content to be stored, manipulated and transmitted quickly and cheaply. Publishers and retailers found themselves facing a proliferation of new players who were offering new products and services and challenging some of their most deeply-held principles. The old industry was suddenly thrust into the limelight as bitter conflicts erupted between publishers and new entrants, including powerful new tech giants who saw the world in very different ways. The book wars had begun. While ebooks were at the heart of many of these conflicts, Thompson argues that the most fundamental consequences lie elsewhere. The print-on-paper book has proven to be a remarkably resilient cultural form but the digital revolution has transformed the industry in other ways, spawning new players which now wield unprecedented power and giving rise to an array of new publishing forms. Most important of all, it has transformed the broader information and communication environment, creating new challenges and new opportunities for publishers as they seek to redefine their role in the digital age. This unrivalled account of the book publishing industry as it faces its greatest challenge since Gutenberg will be essential reading for anyone interested in books and their future.
Merchants Of Culture
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Author : John B. Thompson
language : en
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
Release Date : 2021-04-14
Merchants Of Culture written by John B. Thompson and has been published by John Wiley & Sons this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-04-14 with Social Science categories.
These are turbulent times in the world of book publishing. For nearly five centuries the methods and practices of book publishing remained largely unchanged, but at the dawn of the twenty-first century the industry finds itself faced with perhaps the greatest challenges since Gutenberg. A combination of economic pressures and technological change is forcing publishers to alter their practices and think hard about the future of the books in the digital age. In this book - the first major study of trade publishing for more than 30 years - Thompson situates the current challenges facing the industry in an historical context, analysing the transformation of trade publishing in the United States and Britain since the 1960s. He gives a detailed account of how the world of trade publishing really works, dissecting the roles of publishers, agents and booksellers and showing how their practices are shaped by a field that has a distinctive structure and dynamic. This new paperback edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to take account of the most recent developments, including the dramatic increase in ebook sales and its implications for the publishing industry and its future.
The Book Wars
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Author : James Atlas
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1990
The Book Wars written by James Atlas and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1990 with Education categories.
Discusses the merits of there being a general list of required reading books for United States college students in order to provide a common core of knowledge.
Lego Star Wars Ideas Book
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Author : DK
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2018-09-06
Lego Star Wars Ideas Book written by DK and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2018-09-06 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Find a galaxy full of LEGO® Star WarsTM ideas to build - from activities and art, games and challenges, to practical makes and your very own inventions! LEGO® Star WarsTM Ideas Book features imaginative play and building ideas using your own LEGO brick collection. There are LEGO projects that take just a few minutes, to builds to keep you occupied for hours. Set up a game of LEGO Star Wars skittles, create a pencil pot shaped like your favourite Sith or Jedi, build a fleet of tiny TIEs, design Darth Vader's family tree, and customise a podracer. Challenge a friend to take on a rathtar, mix up your minifigures, stage your favourite movie battle scene with LEGO Star Wars bricks - and much, much more! LEGO® Star WarsTM Ideas Book is packed with a family friendly range of activities to inspire every LEGO Star Wars fan. What will you build? © 2018 The LEGO Group.© & TM 2018 LUCASFILM LTD.
Star Wars Complete Vehicles New Edition
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Author : Pablo Hidalgo
language : en
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Release Date : 2020-11-05
Star Wars Complete Vehicles New Edition written by Pablo Hidalgo and has been published by Dorling Kindersley Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-11-05 with Performing Arts categories.
Explore the epic Star Wars saga through incredible cross-sections More than 100 magnificent artworks bring the vehicles of Star Wars to life. New cross-sections, amazing detail, and comprehensive text make this the ultimate reference to the craft of a galaxy far, far away.... SEE - Poe Dameron's X-wing in action - The terrifying power of Darth Vader's TIE Advanced x1 - Obi-Wan Kenobi's fast and agile Jedi starfighter DISCOVER - The inner workings of Rey's speeder - The advanced technology of the Rebel Alliance's U-wing - The devastating weaponry of the Death Star EXPLORE - The famous corridors of the Millennium Falcon - The brutal design of the Knights of Ren's Night Buzzard - The mighty and fearsome Final Order Star Destroyer © & TM 2020 Lucasfilm Ltd
The Star Wars Question And Answer Book About Space
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Author : Dinah L Moche
language : en
Publisher: Scholastic
Release Date : 1986-10
The Star Wars Question And Answer Book About Space written by Dinah L Moche and has been published by Scholastic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1986-10 with Juvenile Nonfiction categories.
A brightly colored snake challenges readers to a game of hide and seek as he hides among familiar objects.
Console Wars
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Author : Blake Harris
language : en
Publisher: Atlantic Books Ltd
Release Date : 2014-06-13
Console Wars written by Blake Harris and has been published by Atlantic Books Ltd this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-06-13 with Computers categories.
In 1990 Nintendo had a virtual monopoly on the video game industry. Sega, on the other hand, was a faltering arcade company with big aspirations and even bigger personalities. But that would all change with the arrival of Tom Kalinske, a man who knew nothing about video games and everything about fighting uphill battles. His unconventional tactics, combined with the blood, sweat and bold ideas of his renegade employees, transformed Sega and eventually led to a ruthless David-and-Goliath showdown with rival Nintendo. The battle was vicious, relentless and highly profitable, eventually sparking a global corporate war that would be fought on several fronts: from living rooms and schoolyards to boardrooms and Congress. It was a once-in-a-lifetime, no-holds-barred conflict that pitted brother against brother, kid against adult, Sonic against Mario, and the US against Japan. Console Wars is the underdog tale of how Kalinske miraculously turned an industry punchline into a market leader. It's the story of how a humble family man, with an extraordinary imagination and a gift for turning problems into competitive advantages, inspired a team of underdogs to slay a giant and, as a result, birth a $60 billion dollar industry.
Final Battle
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Author : Sigmund Brouwer
language : en
Publisher: Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.
Release Date : 2012-07-20
Final Battle written by Sigmund Brouwer and has been published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-07-20 with Juvenile Fiction categories.
Set at an experimental community on Mars in the year 2039-2040, Robot Wars features 14-year-old virtual reality specialist Tyce Sanders. Life on the Red Planet is not always easy, but it is definitely exciting. As Tyce explores his strange surroundings, he finds that the mysteries of the planet point to his greatest discovery—a new relationship with God. He talks about his growing faith and curiosity in a manner that kids can relate to as they are probably wondering some of the same things. Book five, Final Battle, begins with Tyce’s threat to reveal his special talents to the world—much to the dismay of the rebels who want to keep the technology a secret. Tyce has to battle the rebels and their plot while trying to return to Mars. The success of the entire Mars Project depends on his every move.
The Star Wars Super Collector S Wish Book
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Author : Geoffrey T. Carlton
language : en
Publisher: Schiffer Publishing Limited
Release Date : 2011
The Star Wars Super Collector S Wish Book written by Geoffrey T. Carlton and has been published by Schiffer Publishing Limited this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Antiques & Collectibles categories.
Nearly 13,000 items with checklist style listings, over 2700 color photos, and accurate estimated values makes this collector's guide a must-have for everybody selling, buying, or who has ever owned and enjoyed merchandise produced for the Star WarsTM saga. Goods have been collected from over 50 countries and compiled together into this impressive tome, the longest running Star Wars identification guide series in print. The items available in this guide, with the exception of toys-a category so large it requires its own book, range from Advertising and Dart Boards to Squeaky Toys and Window Clings. From the 1976 pre-release movie paperback through the latest Clone Wars kitchenware, thirty-five years of exciting and obscure Star Wars collectibles are archived here for you to discover, marvel over, and enjoy.