The Beneventan Script | A History Of The South Italian Minuscule

Elias Avery Lowe

ISBN 10: 9354175155 / ISBN 13: 9789354175152

Published by Alpha Editions, 2020

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The Beneventan Script | A History Of The South Italian Minuscule | Elias Avery Lowe | Buch | Gebunden | Englisch | 2020 | Alpha Editions | EAN 9789354175152 | Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr[at]libri[dot]de | Anbieter: preigu Print on Demand.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Beneventan Script | A History Of The South Italian Minuscule
• Publisher: Alpha Editions
• Publication Date: 2020
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9354175155
• ISBN 13: 9789354175152
• Binding: Buch
• Condition: Neu
• Dimensions: 286W x 221H x 27D millimeters 286 millimeters width by 221 millimeters height by 27 millimeters depth
• Weight: 1330 grams
• Seller catalogs:
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Synopsis

Beneath the gilded shadows of medieval Europe, a singular script flourished in the cloisters and libraries of southern Italy. The Beneventan Script: A History of the South Italian Minuscule by Elias Avery Lowe is the definitive exploration of this elegant, enigmatic handwriting-a cornerstone for all who cherish medieval manuscript studies and the history of Latin scripts. In this landmark work, Lowe unravels the origins, artistry, and enduring influence of the south Italian minuscule, guiding readers through the winding corridors of monastic scriptoriums and the hands that shaped the written word in 11th-century Italy. With clarity and reverence, this historical paleography book reveals how calligraphy and scripts became vessels for culture, faith, and power. Lowe's meticulous ancient script analysis illuminates the subtle beauty and technical mastery behind medieval handwriting history, offering essential insights for scholars of medieval texts and those drawn to academic research in paleography. The narrative bridges the gap between rigorous scholarship and the sheer wonder of rediscovering a lost world, making it accessible to both casual readers and seasoned collectors. Republished by Alpha Editions in a careful modern edition, this volume preserves the spirit of the original while making it effortless to enjoy today-a heritage title prepared for readers and collectors alike. For anyone captivated by the evolution of writing or the study of Elias Avery Lowe, this book stands as more than a chronicle; it is a cultural treasure, restored for the curious minds of today and tomorrow.