In 'Shakspere& Typography' by William Blades, the author explores the relationship between William Shakespeare and the world of typography during the Elizabethan era. Blades delves into how the printing press revolutionized the dissemination of Shakespeare's works and influenced the way his plays were printed, distributed, and interpreted. Through detailed analysis of early editions and typography techniques of the time, Blades sheds light on the impact that printing had on shaping our understanding of Shakespeare's literary legacy. The book is written in a scholarly and meticulous style, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of literature and printing history. This work is a must-read for scholars and enthusiasts of Shakespearean studies and printing history alike.

William Blades (1824-1890), a noteworthy figure in the world of printing and bibliographical scholarship, was an English printer and book collector with a profound enthusiasm for the history of his craft. His erudite investigations into the life and work of the pioneering printer William Caxton cemented his reputation as a meticulous and passionate historian of typography. Blades' scholarly endeavors are exemplified in one of his salient works, 'The Life and Typography of William Caxton, England's First Printer' (1861-1863), a comprehensive study that remains an invaluable resource for students of early printing to this day. His literary style is characterized by meticulous research and a clear, systematic presentation of historical facts, underscoring his expertise and dedication to typographic history. Moreover, his examination of the Bard's relation to printing, specifically through his book 'Shakspere& Typography' (1872), illustrates Blades' interdisciplinary interests, which seamlessly bridged Elizabethan literature and the material aspects of book production. These endeavors reflect only a part of Blades' extensive contribution to bibliographic scholarship and his continuing influence in the field.