The University of Massachusetts Amherst
Robert S. Cox Special Collections & University Archives Research Center
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Medieval and Early Print Studies

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Medieval and Early Print Studies Collection

1504-2016
79 titles 24 linear feet
Call no.: RB 030

Although SCUA’s book collections are focused heavily on modern printing, the evolution of the book and the history of production and spread of the printed word are critical to our instructional mission.

The Medieval and Early Print Studies Collection consists of a growing body of facsimiles of medieval manuscripts and early printed books selected for use in teaching about the history of printing and reading. Emphasizing high quality reproduction, the facsimiles represent a variety of regional styles and traditions in text and illustration, primarily in Europe, from the 11th century through the incunable era. A handful of post-incunables have been included. A spreadsheet list of available titles can be consulted online.

Subjects

Manuscripts, Medieval--FacsimilesPrinting--History