What were the drawbacks of the scroll?
Allowed for sequential order only.
Post an example of a codex.
What is a codex?A covered & bound collection of hand written pages.
"Codex" is derived from the Latin meaning "block of wood". Why?
It's compactness sturdiness & ease of reference.
What is the difference between "sequential access" and "random access"?
In sequential you have to read it in a certain order, in random you can go to any point and find information.
What were the advantages of using the codex?
Easier to organize in libraries and more portable
What helped spread the use of the codex?
The rise of Christianity
What replaced papyrus? Describe the process used to create it?
It was replaced with parchment paper, it was made from substrate from animal skin; hair was removed, the skin was smoothed out, the hide was soaked, calcium, iron, and salt were added, than the skin was stretched, flattened and finally dried.
What is vellum?
Fine qualities of parchment that was made from the skins of young calves.
Name several examples of current technology that utilizes the format of the codex?Digital booksiPad
Kindle
Nook
Adobe
Microsoft
Video Games
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?
Monastic monks
What does "illumination" refer to? What was included in this ornamentation?
Norders, illustrations, and ornamentation added to each page of text. Initials of chapters, pictures on the side of a page.
What tool was used for creating the illuminated manuscripts?
Natura quill pens
Why were these manuscripts reserved for religious purposes?
They took so long to made.
What is craftsmanship? Why is it important?
Practicing a craft with great skill, it is what can make things beautiful and last so long.
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