Medieval Studies 202. Latin Palaeography and Manuscript Culture

Beverly M. Kienzle
Introduction to Latin manuscripts and the historical and cultural context of their production and use. Opportunity to work with actual manuscripts and facsimiles, transcribe previously unedited texts, and discuss problems in textual criticism. Student presentations on research projects. All classes held in Houghton Library.

Note: Taught in collaboration with William Stoneman, Curator of Early Books and Manuscripts, Houghton Library. Offered jointly with the Divinity School as 2223.

Prerequisite: Completion of an intermediate Latin course or the equivalent.