Somerset Mediaeval Libraries (Classic Reprint): And Miscellaneous Notices of Books in Somerset Prior to the Dissolution of the Monasteries - Couverture souple

Williams, Thomas Webb

9781331967323: Somerset Mediaeval Libraries (Classic Reprint): And Miscellaneous Notices of Books in Somerset Prior to the Dissolution of the Monasteries

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ISBN 10 : 1331967325 ISBN 13 : 9781331967323

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Uncover Somerset’s medieval library landscape and the people who cared for its books. This work surveys the county’s book collections before the Dissolution of the Monasteries, drawing on manuscript catalogues, church records, and local archives to map what survived and where it lived.

This edition expands on a scholarly paper with added local detail and bibliographic lists. It frames how books moved between houses, libraries, and manuscript shelves, and explains the challenges of tracing provenance in a scattered pre-Reformation knowledge world.

Learn how researchers identify ownership and origins of medieval manuscripts in Somerset.

Explore the major houses and churches that housed notable libraries and lost or preserved works.

See how editors and bibliographers compile and compare catalogue data across centuries.

Discover the role of local collectors, monasteries, and parish libraries in shaping the county’s literary heritage.

Ideal for readers of local history, manuscript studies, and the history of libraries who want a detailed, source-driven picture of Somerset’s medieval book world.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1331967325
ISBN 13: 9781331967323
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 215
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Somerset Mediaeval Libraries (Classic Reprint)

Thomas Webb Williams

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ISBN 10 : 1331967325 ISBN 13 : 9781331967323

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the world of medieval libraries, offering a fascinating glimpse into how books were treasured and used during a time when knowledge was primarily preserved in handwritten manuscripts. The author meticulously examines the physical structure of libraries, from scriptoria where monks painstakingly copied texts to the meticulous craft of binding and illuminating manuscripts. The book explores the daily lives of scribes and the regulations surrounding their work, highlighting the importance placed on accuracy and silence. It then delves into the broader intellectual context, discussing the prescribed course of study for monks and the different types of texts they valued, including theological works, philosophical treatises, and even works of classical literature. The author goes beyond simply cataloguing books, revealing the intricate relationships between libraries, the Church, and society. He sheds light on the dangers that books faced, from fire and theft to the practice of stripping valuable bindings from manuscripts for their precious materials. This book provides a valuable and engaging journey into the fascinating world of medieval libraries, offering unique insights into the preservation, use, and significance of knowledge during a pivotal period in history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781331967323_0

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