Les mutations du livre

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Lebert, Marie

Language:

French

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"Les mutations du livre" by Marie Lebert is a scientific publication written in the early 21st century. This work synthesizes the evolution of books from 1971 to the present, specifically examining the impact of the internet and digital technologies on the publishing industry, literature, and reading habits. The book addresses transformations such as the rise of e-books, online bookstores, digitized libraries, and changing author-publisher dynamics within the context of the digital age. The opening of the text outlines the book's premise, stating that the internet and digital technologies are fundamentally reshaping the traditional book landscape that has existed for centuries. Lebert explains that while printed books remain significant, new formats and platforms are becoming increasingly prevalent, along with alternative reading habits. With a focus on the progression of the Project Gutenberg and its integral role in digitizing literary works, the text reflects on both the opportunities and challenges presented by this digital transformation for readers, authors, and publishers alike. The introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of specific case studies and trends in the subsequent chapters, revealing the comprehensive and evolving nature of the book in the digital era. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

Produced by Al Haines

Notes:

Reading ease score: 52.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.

Release date is 2008-10-26