Episode 343 - Inside the Scriptorium: Medieval Manuscripts and their Makers with Dr Sara Charles

In this episode host Natalie Grueninger speaks with Dr Sara Charles about the production of medieval manuscripts, her hands-on experiments with parchment, inks and pigments, and her book 'The Medieval Scriptorium'.

They explore the evidence for where manuscripts were made, the people and long supply chains behind their materials, the evolution of scripts and decoration, and the everyday details that bring medieval scribes to life.

Learn more about Dr Charles

https://www.teachingmanuscripts.com/about

Takeaway

'The Craftman's Handbook' by Cennino d'Andrea Cennin

Find out about 'Medieval Castles in Germany' by Kurt Fuchs

https://www.etsy.com/au/listing/1691602354/medieval-castles-in-germany?ref=listings_manager_grid&lang_mismatch=1

Learn more about your host:

https://www.nataliegrueninger.com

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