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Explore the world of medieval manuscript production with Pages from the Past: Medieval Writing Skills and Manuscript Books. Part of the Variorum Collected Studies series from Routledge, this collection of articles by Malcolm Parkes offers a deep look into the history of written works. The text focuses on two main areas: the palaeography of manuscript books and the grammar of legibility. By examining how books were produced, copied, and read, this work helps researchers understand the physical and social context of medieval writing. Readers will find detailed studies on the handwriting of specific scribes and how script provides evidence regarding a book's creation. The collection also examines how punctuation and text layout influenced how readers interpreted works, alongside the production and provision of books for communities. This is an essential resource for those studying ancient history, civilization, and the evolution of written communication.

Key Features

Examines the palaeography of manuscript books through the lens of the grammar of legibility.

Provides detailed studies on the handwriting of individual scribes to understand book production.

Analyzes how punctuation and text layout affect a reader's interpretation of medieval works.

Investigates the circumstances surrounding how medieval books were produced, copied, and read.

Offers insights into the provision and production of books for various communities.

Part of the Variorum Collected Studies series published by Routledge.

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Amazon UK
Release Date
28 February 2012
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07 October 2011

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