Charles, Sara J
The Medieval Scriptorium: Making Books in the Middle Ages
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- ISBN 13:
- 9781789149166
- author:
- Charles, Sara J
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Reaktion Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 352
- Dimensions:
- 14.8 x 22.2 x 3 centimetres (0.7
- Genre:
- History, General, Arts & Photography,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
Explore the medieval world of manuscript production in this immersive and illustrated exploration of the scriptorium. The Medieval Scriptorium delves into the history of book-making in the Latin Christian world, from its early beginnings to its eventual decline and the rise of the printing press. Sara J. Charles examines the development of the medieval scriptorium, revealing the immense labor, planning, and networks required to produce each manuscript. Through a unique blend of historical insight and engaging vignettes, this book offers a fascinating glimpse into medieval life through the lens of a manuscript maker.
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