Caxton

Caxton may refer to several subjects, primarily associated with William Caxton, the first English printer. This article explores the various meanings and uses of the term "Caxton."

William Caxton

William Caxton (c. 1422 – c. 1491) was an English merchant, diplomat, and writer who is best known for introducing the printing press to England in 1476. He was the first English retailer of printed books and is credited with standardizing the English language through his printed works.

Early Life

Caxton was born in the Weald of Kent, although the exact location and date of his birth are uncertain. He moved to Bruges in the Duchy of Burgundy in the mid-15th century, where he became a successful merchant.

Introduction of the Printing Press

Caxton learned the art of printing in Cologne, Germany, and returned to England to set up his own printing press. His first printed book was the Recuyell of the Historyes of Troye, a translation of a French romance.

Legacy

Caxton's work had a significant impact on the English language and literature. He printed over 100 books, including The Canterbury Tales by Geoffrey Chaucer and Le Morte d'Arthur by Sir Thomas Malory.

Caxton Gibbet

Caxton Gibbet is a small village in Cambridgeshire, England, named after a gibbet that once stood there. The village is located near the intersection of the A428 road and the A1198 road.

Caxton, Cambridgeshire

Caxton, Cambridgeshire is a village and civil parish in the South Cambridgeshire district of Cambridgeshire, England. It is located approximately 10 miles west of Cambridge.

Caxton and CTP

Caxton and CTP is a British printing and publishing company, known for its high-quality printing services. The company has a long history and has been involved in various significant printing projects.

Related Pages

• William Caxton
• Printing press
• The Canterbury Tales
• Le Morte d'Arthur
• Bruges
• Cambridgeshire