I've been immersed in the period for so long I keep expecting to see a spitfire when I hear an aeroplane overhead!
Despite the computerisation of the process, the files are sent to the printer as high-quality pdfs, it still requires skill, knowledge and a trained eye to produce a top quality print. My other books have mainly been more information than presentation but this one is something I hope people will want to keep on the shelf for years to come and show their friends.
It's on a heavy paper and after printing the paper is coated to enhance and preserve the print.
Yes, it really felt amazing to see it whizzing out of the machine.