Society & Culture
Illustrating early books could be difficult and time-consuming, but could also produce stunning results. In this episode, we delve into the delicate process of creating a book by engraving on to copper plates and then printing from these plates on to paper. Learn more about these rare books: https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/meet-a-rare-book-ep2-engraved-books.aspx Enjoy other Meet a Rare Book episodes from the series playlist: https://www.aucklandlibraries.govt.nz/Pages/meet-a-rare-book.aspx Sound Archive: Originally recorded on 8 August 2019 for the Meet a Rare Book Collection SA_0078_03 Image: Horace. Quinti Horatii Flacci opera, Volume 2, 1733, b1968354_Vol_2_46 Music: www.purple-planet.com; Different Story by Another Kid; zapsplat.com Production Credits: Edited and presented for podcast by Mark Gosper, 2021. Staff talks presented by Georgia Prince recorded by Sue Berman [2019-2021]. Executive producer - Sue Berman Research and copywriting - Renée Orr, Zoë Colling, Georgia Prince and Jane Wild. Thanks to the Digital Assets, Web Design and Content and Development Teams. Supported by Auckland Council Libraries.