They consisted at first of a small number of much-derided intellectuels, scholars and trained thinkers, who used their judgment and not their prejudices.
"A History of the Third French Republic"
C. H. C. Wright
Most of the finest gothic types were used for Latin books of law and theology, the peculiar appropriateness of roman type being considered to be confined to works appealing to classical scholars.
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard
A little later great scholars had been willing to give their help and advice, and at least a few printers had themselves been men of learning.
"Fine Books"
Alfred W. Pollard