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This Deeply Informed And Lavishly Illustrated Book Is A Comprehensive Introduction To The Modern Study Of Middle English Manuscripts. It Is Intended For Students And Scholars Who Are Familiar With Some Of The Major Middle English Literary Works, Such As The Canterbury Tales, Gawain And The Green Knight, Piers Plowman, And The Romances, Mystical Works Or Cycle Plays, But Who May Not Know Much About The Surviving Manuscripts. The Book Approaches These Texts In A Way That Takes Into Account The Whole Manuscript Or Codexits Textual And Visual Contents, Physical State, Readership, And Cultural History. Opening Up Middle English Manuscripts Also Explores The Function Of Illustrations In Fashioning Audience Response To Particular Authors And Their Texts Over The Course Of The Fourteenth And Fifteenth Centuries.Kathryn Kerbyfulton, Linda Olson, And Maidie Hilmoscholars At The Forefront Of The Modern Study Of Middle English Manuscriptsfocus On The Writers Most Often Taught In Middle English Courses, Including Geoffrey Chaucer, William Langland, The Gawain Poet, Thomas Hoccleve, Julian Of Norwich, And Margery Kempe, Highlighting The Specific Issues That Shaped Literary Production In Late Medieval England. Among The Topics They Address Are The Rise Of The English Language, Literacy, Social Conditions Of Authorship, Early Instances Of The 'Alliterative Revival,' Women And Book Production, Nuns Libraries, Patronage, Household Books, Religious And Political Trends, And Attempts At Revisionism And Censorship.Inspired By The Highly Successful Study Of Latin Manuscripts By Raymond Clemens And Timothy Graham, Introduction To Manuscript Studies (Also Published By Cornell), This Book Demonstrates How The Field Of Middle English Manuscript Studies, With Its Own Unique Literary And Artistic Environment, Is Changing Modern Approaches To The Culture Of The Book.
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- Q: What is the page count of the book? A: The book contains four hundred twenty-four pages. It provides a detailed exploration of Middle English manuscripts.
- Q: What are the dimensions of the book? A: The dimensions are eight point seventy-five inches in length, one inch in width, and eleven point seventy-five inches in height.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is paperback bound. This makes it flexible and suitable for easy handling and reading.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author is Kathryn Kerby-Fulton. She is one of the leading scholars in the field of Middle English manuscripts.
- Q: What topics does the book cover? A: The book covers topics like the rise of the English language, literacy, and social conditions of authorship in late medieval England.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in Middle English studies? A: Yes, the book is designed for students and scholars familiar with major Middle English works. It serves as a comprehensive introduction.
- Q: How does this book help in understanding Middle English manuscripts? A: The book approaches manuscripts by considering their textual and visual contents, physical state, readership, and cultural history.
- Q: Can this book be used in academic courses? A: Yes, it is ideal for instructors teaching Middle English literature. The fully-searchable PDF ebook version is available through digital platforms.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations? A: Yes, the book is lavishly illustrated. The illustrations help to enhance understanding of the texts and engage the audience.
- Q: What is the main focus of the book? A: The main focus is on the modern study of Middle English manuscripts, highlighting significant authors and literary production issues.
- Q: What if my book arrives damaged? A: If your book arrives damaged, you should contact the retailer for a return or exchange. Most sellers have customer support for such issues.
- Q: Is there a return policy for this book? A: Yes, there is typically a return policy for books. Check the specific retailer's policies for details on returns and exchanges.
- Q: How should I store this book to keep it in good condition? A: Store the book in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. This helps prevent damage to the cover and pages.
- Q: Can I read this book on my tablet or e-reader? A: Yes, the ebook version is compatible with most digital devices. It is available in a fully-searchable PDF format.
- Q: Is this book appropriate for all ages? A: Yes, while it is an academic text, it is suitable for anyone interested in Middle English literature and history.
- Q: What kind of illustrations are included in the book? A: The book includes various illustrations that depict both literary and visual approaches to Middle English manuscripts.