The Technological Study of Books and Manuscripts as Artefacts
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Author | : Sarah Neate |
Publisher | : British Archaeological Reports |
Total Pages | : 100 |
Release | : 2011 |
ISBN-10 | : 1407307673 |
ISBN-13 | : 9781407307671 |
Rating | : 4/5 (73 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis The Technological Study of Books and Manuscripts as Artefacts by : Sarah Neate
Book excerpt: The introduction to this collection of papers is entitled "the book as material object", which effectively outlines its contents. The main themes encompass analysis techniques for the various material components of manuscripts, dating and conservation issues. A range of scientific methods are explained and their effectiveness evaluated.