Books in medieval Europe

The hand-made books of the Middle Ages are known as manuscripts.

c. 330–1300 C.E.

Beginner's guide

The original manuscripts of the Bible and ancient writers are known today because scribes copied them.

Making & using

Making the medieval book

Making the medieval book

Using the medieval book

Using the medieval book

Types of medieval books

Types of medieval books

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Recording and disseminating information is quick and easy today, but in the Middle Ages this process was slow and laborious.

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