A discussion about printing which took place at "I marmi" in Florence

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"Anton Francesco Doni's 'Thoughts on printing' is one of a collection of dialogues published under the title 'I marmi' (Venice, Marcolini, 1552-53). These are imaginary conversations held on the steps of the cathedral at Florence, where the youth of the city assembled in the dog days of summer to enjoy the coolness of the marble"--Page [9].