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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. nach der Bestellung gedruckt Neuware - Printed after ordering - In the hush of candlelit scriptoria and the echoing halls of monastic cloisters, the fate of knowledge hung by a thread-hand-copied, guarded, and often perilously close to vanishing. Here, amidst the dust of vellum and the scent of ancient bindings, the story of medieval book history comes alive, revealing a world where the making and collecting of books was both an act of devotion and a struggle for preservation. Through a tapestry of early English books, monastic libraries, and the painstaking labour of scribes, this work explores how the Middle Ages shaped the very concept of the library, transforming scattered manuscripts into curated collections that fuelled the growth of medieval scholarship and shaped the history of reading itself.Drawing on a wealth of detail, the narrative traces the evolution of library development in medieval times, from the secluded repositories of learning to the vibrant centres of intellectual exchange. It brings to light not only the technical artistry behind manuscript preservation but also the human stories-of collectors, scholars, and custodians-who ensured that old English manuscripts survived the centuries. The book's careful examination of the challenges and triumphs faced by those who valued books as treasures underscores why the history of libraries is inseparable from the broader currents of cultural and intellectual life. For anyone captivated by the origins of book collecting history or the fragile endurance of knowledge, this account offers both insight and atmosphere, inviting the reader into a vanished yet foundational world.This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. N° de réf. du vendeur 9789374593660
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Paperback. Etat : new. Paperback. In the hush of candlelit scriptoria and the echoing halls of monastic cloisters, the fate of knowledge hung by a thread-hand-copied, guarded, and often perilously close to vanishing. Here, amidst the dust of vellum and the scent of ancient bindings, the story of medieval book history comes alive, revealing a world where the making and collecting of books was both an act of devotion and a struggle for preservation. Through a tapestry of early English books, monastic libraries, and the painstaking labour of scribes, this work explores how the Middle Ages shaped the very concept of the library, transforming scattered manuscripts into curated collections that fuelled the growth of medieval scholarship and shaped the history of reading itself. Drawing on a wealth of detail, the narrative traces the evolution of library development in medieval times, from the secluded repositories of learning to the vibrant centres of intellectual exchange. It brings to light not only the technical artistry behind manuscript preservation but also the human stories-of collectors, scholars, and custodians-who ensured that old English manuscripts survived the centuries. The book's careful examination of the challenges and triumphs faced by those who valued books as treasures underscores why the history of libraries is inseparable from the broader currents of cultural and intellectual life. For anyone captivated by the origins of book collecting history or the fragile endurance of knowledge, this account offers both insight and atmosphere, inviting the reader into a vanished yet foundational world. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9789374593660
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. Old English libraries | the making, collection, and use of books during the Middle Ages | Ernest Albert Savage | Taschenbuch | Englisch | 2026 | Alpha Edition | EAN 9789374593660 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand. N° de réf. du vendeur 135709122
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