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Title: What Is the Business of Literature?
Author: Richard Nash
Narrator: Richard Nash
Format: Unabridged
Length: 1 hr and 14 mins
Language: English
Release date: 01-21-15
Publisher: Audible Studios
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: History, World
Publisher's Summary:
This is the story of publishing as you've never heard it before, told by one of the most provocative and informed voices building its future. It's the tale of prophets and storytellers, of entrepreneurs and shop-owners, of those who fashioned the world of book publishing as we know it.
Tracing the long road that elevated lowly scribes to god-like authors, that transformed written work to intellectual property, and that leads ever-onward into uncertain and invigorating futures, Nash engages in a sweeping socio-historical survey of book history.
In his characteristically brilliant and eccentric voice, avoiding both triumphalism and despair, he argues forcefully that the book is no victim. Instigating as much as reacting, the book has been made and remade since its birth. In the drama of publishing, it remains the protagonist. Above all, the Business of Literature is an honest assessment of the enterprise of publishing - how we've done it, how we do it, and why it's worth doing in the first place.
Members Reviews:
Where was this?
If you are a self help enthusiast, read the next line aloud.
CHANGE IS BROUGHT ABOUT ONLY BY UNDERSTANDING AND IMPLEMENTING CONCEPTS.
Concepts even if alien now, would be adapted later. For example, in the younger days, one mightn't have understood the meaning of love as how it would be at a later age.
This book speaks of a few dense concepts.
I would recommend this book to,
- those who like to daringly take a step ahead and learn new things
- those who are willing to challenge themselves and change
- those who like to learn new things
- those who like books and literature
But, this book is much more.
I openly ask readers to explore....
Rock N' Roll Read
If you are one of those who are of the "woe is me" contingent when discussing books and their demise,then this is not for you. However should you have an open mind and believe that books have been a wonderful disruptive force, then you must buy this book. Thoughts and arguments are well laid out and it sure is one hell of a journey. The book and literature are not dead,they are just re-organising themselves to fit into the new millenium. If you love books and literature and what they bring to your life,read this book.
A bold interpretation of the publishing industry and its scope
Nash presents a thorough examination of how and why literature evolved into and continues to evolve as a vital sphere of business. The book offers an articulate perspective on publishing as a pillar for culture and valuable insights for young aspiring publishers.
Good read
Very insightful parallels are drawn between past and present publishing models. A bit hard to read at times, but overall a provoking read that will make you think.
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Title: What Is the Business of Literature?
Author: Richard Nash
Narrator: Richard Nash
Format: Unabridged
Length: 1 hr and 14 mins
Language: English
Release date: 01-21-15
Publisher: Audible Studios
Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 1 votes
Genres: History, World
Publisher's Summary:
This is the story of publishing as you've never heard it before, told by one of the most provocative and informed voices building its future. It's the tale of prophets and storytellers, of entrepreneurs and shop-owners, of those who fashioned the world of book publishing as we know it.
Tracing the long road that elevated lowly scribes to god-like authors, that transformed written work to intellectual property, and that leads ever-onward into uncertain and invigorating futures, Nash engages in a sweeping socio-historical survey of book history.
In his characteristically brilliant and eccentric voice, avoiding both triumphalism and despair, he argues forcefully that the book is no victim. Instigating as much as reacting, the book has been made and remade since its birth. In the drama of publishing, it remains the protagonist. Above all, the Business of Literature is an honest assessment of the enterprise of publishing - how we've done it, how we do it, and why it's worth doing in the first place.
Members Reviews:
Where was this?
If you are a self help enthusiast, read the next line aloud.
CHANGE IS BROUGHT ABOUT ONLY BY UNDERSTANDING AND IMPLEMENTING CONCEPTS.
Concepts even if alien now, would be adapted later. For example, in the younger days, one mightn't have understood the meaning of love as how it would be at a later age.
This book speaks of a few dense concepts.
I would recommend this book to,
- those who like to daringly take a step ahead and learn new things
- those who are willing to challenge themselves and change
- those who like to learn new things
- those who like books and literature
But, this book is much more.
I openly ask readers to explore....
Rock N' Roll Read
If you are one of those who are of the "woe is me" contingent when discussing books and their demise,then this is not for you. However should you have an open mind and believe that books have been a wonderful disruptive force, then you must buy this book. Thoughts and arguments are well laid out and it sure is one hell of a journey. The book and literature are not dead,they are just re-organising themselves to fit into the new millenium. If you love books and literature and what they bring to your life,read this book.
A bold interpretation of the publishing industry and its scope
Nash presents a thorough examination of how and why literature evolved into and continues to evolve as a vital sphere of business. The book offers an articulate perspective on publishing as a pillar for culture and valuable insights for young aspiring publishers.
Good read
Very insightful parallels are drawn between past and present publishing models. A bit hard to read at times, but overall a provoking read that will make you think.