Post an example of a scroll.
What were the drawbacks of the scroll?
They only allowed for sequential usage. Readers must read the text in the order it was written.
What is a codex?
A covered and bound collection of hand-written pages.
"Codex" is derived from the Latin meaning "block of wood". Why?
They were sturdy like a block of wood.
What is the difference between "sequential access" and "random access"?
"Random access" mans one can go to any point to find information while "sequential access" meaning one must go through the scroll to find a certain passage
What were the advantages of using the codex?
Compactness, sturdiness, and ease of reference;"random access", can be opened flat to any page, more portable
What helped spread the use of the codex?
The rise of Christianity which adopted it for the early Bible
What replaced papyrus? Describe the process used to create it?
Parchment; hair and fat were removed from an animal hide and the skin was smoothed out, the hide was soaked in water, calcium, flour, and salt were added, and the skin was stretched out, flattened and dried
What is vellum?
Fine parchment originally made from the skin of a calf
Name several examples of current technology that utilizes the format of the codex?
Dictionaries, paperback books
What led to a period of cultural and economical deterioration?
Decline of the Roman empire which led to the Dark Ages
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?
The borders, illustrations, and ornamentation added to each page of text; paintings in margins, borders and around text as well as initials of chapters or paragraphs
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?
Skill in an occupation or trade. It's important because the more skilled you are, the better and more accurately the work can be done.
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