Books Before Print
Books Before Print by Erik Kwakkel, published by ARC Humanities Press in 2018, offers a richly illustrated introduction to medieval manuscripts and their significance in understanding historical contexts. This edition spans 282 pages and is presented in English, inviting readers to explore the materiality of manuscripts and the insights they provide into the preferences and habits of medieval society.
The book is organized into short chapters grouped under thematic headings, allowing readers to engage with the evidence that manuscripts present. It examines how these historical texts serve as versatile tools for understanding the deep roots of human interaction with written information. Topics such as the continuity between medieval book culture and modern communication are highlighted, showcasing elements like medieval pop-up books and book advertisements. This exploration provides a unique perspective on the evolution of reading and writing practices throughout history.
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“This beautifully illustrated book provides an accessible introduction to the medieval manuscript and what it can tell us about the world in which it was made and used. Captured in the materiality of manuscripts are the data enabling us to make sense of the preferences and habits of the individuals who made up medieval society. With short chapters grouped under thematic headings, Books Before Print shows how we may tap into the evidence and explores how manuscripts can act as a vibrant and versatile tool to understand the deep historical roots of human interaction with written information. It highlights extraordinary continuities between medieval book culture and modern-world communication, as witnessed in medieval pop-up books, posters, speech bubbles, book advertisements, and even sticky notes.”–
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