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Themes and topics in "**The World of the Book**" by Des Cowley that can help you draw connections to other books in a library include:

*   **History of Books:** Explore the historical evolution of books, from ancient manuscripts to modern graphic novels 【1】.
*   **Publishing Innovations:** Investigate the significant innovations in book publishing throughout history 【2】【3】.
*   **Book Design and Illustration:** Examine the design elements and illustrations that have shaped the visual appeal of books 【4】.
*   **Books as Mirrors of the World:** Consider how books reflect real-world stories, imagined worlds, and powerful ideas 【5】【6】.
*   **Books as Keepers of Ideas:** Understand the role of books in preserving and transmitting knowledge and concepts 【5】.
*   **Rare and Iconic Books:** Discover and appreciate the unique qualities of rare and iconic books throughout history 【1】.
*   **Global History of Books and Ideas**: Explore the history of books and ideas across the globe 【7】.
*   **Diverse Topics**: The book covers diverse topics ranging from pulp fiction to medieval manuscripts 【8】.