Libraries in the Medieval and Renaissance Periods by John Willis Clark

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Author Clark, John Willis, 1833-1910
Title Libraries in the Medieval and Renaissance Periods
The Rede Lecture Delivered June 13, 1894
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Summary "Libraries in the Medieval and Renaissance Periods" by John Willis Clark is a historical account published in the late 19th century. The book explores the evolution of libraries from the Roman era through the medieval and Renaissance periods, focusing on their structure, arrangement, and cultural significance. Clark offers insights into how libraries served both as practical spaces for study and as repositories of historical knowledge. In this work, Clark discusses the transformation of library spaces, starting from small, personal collections to larger, more formal institutions within monastic and public settings. He notes the influence of Roman libraries, describing the various organizational methods employed by different religious orders, particularly the Benedictines. The text delves into the transition from books being stored in simple presses to fully developed libraries with defined spaces for reading and study. Clark emphasizes the importance of libraries as both centers of scholarship and guardians of cultural heritage, examining how they paved the way for further developments in the appreciation of literature and learning. Through vivid descriptions and historical context, Clark paints a comprehensive picture of the changing nature of libraries throughout these significant periods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class Z: Bibliography, Library science
Subject Libraries -- History -- 400-1400
Subject Libraries -- History -- 1400-1600
Subject Manuscripts, Renaissance
Subject Manuscripts, Medieval
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EBook-No. 19415
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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