Papyrus: THE MILLION-COPY GLOBAL BESTSELLER

Papyrus is a 6,000-year journey through the history of books and reading, shortlisted for the British Academy Book Prize 2023. It traces the story of the book's journey from oral tradition to scrolls to codices, and how that transition laid the foundation of Western culture.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 464 pages
Publication date: 24 August 2023
Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

The captivating 6,000-year journey through the history of books and reading has been recognized as a groundbreaking phenomenon by esteemed publications such as The Financial Times, The Economist, and The Mail on Sunday. This remarkable work has been acclaimed as a FINANCIAL TIMES , ECONOMIST AND MAIL ON SUNDAY BOOK OF THE YEAR and has been shortlisted for the prestigious British Academy Book Prize 2023.

Papyrus, penned by celebrated classicist Irene Vallejo, delves into the dramatic history of the book and the relentless struggle to preserve it. This captivating narrative spans from the oral traditions of ancient times to the scrolls and codices that shaped Western culture. It is a tale filled with heroic adventures, bloodshed, and megalomania, taking readers from the battlefields of Alexander the Great and the palaces of Cleopatra to the libraries of war-torn Sarajevo and Oxford.

As an international bestseller, Papyrus brings the ancient world to life, showcasing the enduring power of the written word. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Vallejo offers a profound appreciation for the role of books in shaping our world and inspiring generations to come. This remarkable work stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of the book and the profound impact it has had on human civilization.

Weight: 320g
Dimension: 128 x 197 x 31 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529344004