What were the drawbacks of the scroll?
The reader must read the text in the order it was written. Post an example of a codex.
A covered and bound collection of hand written pages.
"Codex" is derived from the Latin meaning "block of wood". Why?
What is the difference between "sequential access" and "random access"?
In random access one can go to any point to find information in sequential access one has to go in order.
What were the advantages of using the codex?
It had random access and was more portable along with being easier to use in organizing libraries because the title could be written on the spine.
What helped spread the use of the codex?
The rise of christianity
What replaced papyrus? Describe the process used to create it?
Parchment paper, hair and fat was removed and skin was smoothed out, it was then soaked in water, calcium, flour and salt were added, and lastly the skin was stretched out, flattened and dried.
What is vellum?
A finer quality parchment
Name several examples of current technology that utilizes the format of the codex?
New technology like the kindle mimic the experience of reading a book even though it is an electronic.
What led to a period of cultural and economical deterioration?
The decline of the roman empire
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, illistrations, and ornamentation added to each page, intials of chapeters, and paintings in the margins of the page
What tool was used for creating the illuminated manuscripts?
Natural quill pens
Why were these manuscripts reserved for religious purposes?
The work was extremely laborous
What is craftsmanship? Why is it important?
Skill in an ocupation or trade, and it is important becuase it gives us great works of art like the illuminated manuscripts
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