This volume investigates the intricate connections between books and texts in France during a pivotal period of cultural and technological transition. Adrian Armstrong, drawing on extensive research, examines the introduction and early development of printing in France between 1400 and 1600. The book explores how this shift impacted textual production, dissemination, and reception, covering two crucial cultural phases that shaped the nation's intellectual landscape.

This volume is recognized for its contribution to the developing field of mise en livre studies, offering a focused examination of book-text relationships in France during a significant transitional period. The book's strength lies in its detailed coverage of both the introduction of printing and the associated cultural shifts between 1400 and 1600. Scholars in the field are likely to find its analysis of textual production and reception particularly valuable for understanding this era. The work provides a solid foundation for further research into the material culture of the book in early modern Europe.