Post an example of a scroll.
What were the drawbacks of the scroll?
They only allowed for sequential usage so that readers had to read the text in the order that it was written
Post an example of a codex.
What is a codex?
Covered and bound collection of hand written pages, easier than reading a scroll
"Codex" is derived from the Latin meaning "block of wood". Why?
It was like a block split into tablets for writing on, like a book
What is the difference between "sequential access" and "random access"?
Sequential access- one must go through the scroll to find a certain passage
Random access- one can go to any point to find information
What were the advantages of using the codex?
They could use random access to find something in the text, and the Codex could also be opened flat to any page; also more portable and was easier to organize in libraries because the title could be written on the spine
What helped spread the use of the codex?
Associated wit the rise of Christianity, and adopted the format for the early Bible
What replaced papyrus? Describe the process used to create it?
Parchment; substrate made from animal skin such as sheep, goats, and cows; hair and fat removed and skin was smoothed out, the hide was then soaked in water, calcium, flour, and salt were added, the skin was stretched out, flattened, and then dried
What is vellum?
Animal skin that was prepared to be written on
Name several examples of current technology that utilizes the format of the codex?
The Bible, dictionaries, other large-bound books
What led to a period of cultural and economical deterioration?
The decline of the Roman empire, resulting in fewer books being created
Post an example of an illuminated manuscript.
Who began creating books by hand, taking the creation to an art form?
Monastic monks
What does "illumination" refer to? What was included in this ornamentation?
Refers to the borders, illustrations, and ornamentation added to each page of text
What tool was used for creating the illuminated manuscripts?
Animal skins and natural quill pens
Why were these manuscripts reserved for religious purposes?
The work was too laborious for a more common use
What is craftsmanship? Why is it important?
The quality at which something is created; it is important because it makes things appealing to the eye and easier to understand; also more durable, which may be why illuminated manuscripts still exist today
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