The ISBN was invented in 1970. Your books don't care
On the quiet tyranny of a thirteen-digit number, and the four centuries of bibliographic civilisation it cheerfully ignores.
Summary
The article discusses how the ISBN system, introduced in 1970, imposes a rigid structure on book classification, often overlooking the rich history of literature that predates it. It critiques the limitations of this numbering system and its impact on the way books are perceived and cataloged.
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