Delft, as an important town in the Dutch Republic, played an interesting role in the world of the book in the seventeenth century. This thesis focusses on the local influences on the printing...Show moreDelft, as an important town in the Dutch Republic, played an interesting role in the world of the book in the seventeenth century. This thesis focusses on the local influences on the printing industry in seventeenth-century Delft as demonstrated by the printer Jan Pietersz. Waelpot. By looking at the history of printing in Delft, the personal life and business of Jan Pietersz. Waelpot and his publications, the way local institutions, authors and interests influenced his business becomes clear.Show less
