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ENGLISH 5564
Medieval Methods & Paleography
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This course examines the methodology and historiography of Medieval Studies. Through an introduction to paleography, the study of medieval handwritings, it prepares students for advanced work in Medieval and Renaissance studies. Using an interdisciplinary approach, this course will examine the historical and cultural settings for medieval texts, their physical form and production, as well as the tradition of textural transmission in the medieval world. In addition to gaining familiarity with the many different types of primary sources, such as literary, artistic, legal, and notarial sources, students will be exposed to methods for practical archival work in various European nations. Cross-listed with HISTORY 5583. Prerequisite: First Year Latin or permission of instructor. Offered: On Demand
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Faculty:
College of Arts & Sciences
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Department:
English Language & Literature
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