An example of a scroll.
What were the drawbacks of the scroll?
They allowed only for sequential usage.
An example of a codex.
What is a codex?
A covered and bound collection of handwritten pages.
"Codex" is derived from the Latin meaning "block of wood". Why?
It was sturdy, compact and easy to reference.
What is the difference between "sequential access" and "random access"?
Random access means that you can go to any point to find information, sequential access means you must go in order.
What were the advantages of using the codex?
More portable, could be opened flat to any page, easier to organize.
What helped spread the use of the codex?
The rise of Christianity; the bible.
What replaced papyrus? Describe the process used to create it?
Parchment paper. Animal skin was used. Hair and fat was removed, and skin was smoothed out, then soaked in water. Then calcium, flour, and salt were added, and the skin was stretched out, flattened, and dried.
What is vellum?
Finer quality parchment made from the skin of young calves.
Name several examples of current technology that utilizes the format of the codex?
Books, kindle, Ipad.
What led to a period of cultural and economical deterioration?
The decline of the roman empire;
the dark ages.
Post an example of an illuminated manuscript.
Who began creating books by hand, taking the creation to an art form?
Monks
What does "illumination" refer to? What was included in this ornamentation?
The borders, illustrations, and ornamentation added to each page of text. Ornamentation includes initials of chapters or paragraphs, paintings in the margins, and borders around text.
What tool was used for creating the illuminated manuscripts?
Natural quill pens
Why were these manuscripts reserved for religious purposes?
Because the work was laborious
What is craftsmanship? Why is it important?
It was how the books were made. It allowed the books to last hundreds of years.
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