Paul Needham (book historian)

Paul Needham is a prominent book historian known for his expertise in the study of printed books, particularly from the Renaissance and early modern periods. He focuses on the history of printing, bibliographic research, and the evolution of book production and distribution. Needham's work helps us understand how books were made, how they influenced society, and their role in the dissemination of knowledge. He has contributed significantly to the field through scholarship and his involvement with rare books and manuscripts, particularly at institutions like Princeton University, where he serves as a curator of rare books.