HISTORY OF LATIN WRITING - ALEKSANDER GIEYSZTOR

Discover the fascinating world of paleography with the classic textbook by Aleksander Gieysztor! This publication, reissued after more than 25 years, is an indispensable source of knowledge for historians, students, and anyone interested in the Middle Ages. Immerse yourself in the wealth of knowledge about the evolution of Latin writing and its impact on culture and society.

• In-depth analysis of the development of Latin writing in the Middle Ages
• Detailed discussion of various types of writing ducts
• Explanation of writing techniques and writing gestures
• Essential help in processing historical sources
• Analysis of the writing of source documents
• Shows the importance of writing in the cultural and social processes of the Middle Ages
• Many engravings depicting the types of writing discussed

Aleksander Gieysztor, one of the most outstanding Polish historians, comprehensively answers questions related to paleographic issues in his textbook. The author provides an insightful and convincing analysis of Latin writing in the Middle Ages and the various circumstances of its changes. The publication is an indispensable aid in the preparation of historical sources, the analysis of the writing of source documents, and also shows the importance of writing in the cultural and social processes of the Middle Ages.

The book discusses the factors that enabled the development of Latin writing, and explains what Carolingian minuscule, Gothic cursive or bastarda were. It contains many engravings depicting the types of writing discussed. It is a compendium of knowledge for anyone who wants to delve into the secrets of paleography and understand the role of writing in history.

Wydawnictwo Naukowe PWN presents the reissue of this classic textbook in paperback, in 236x170 mm format and with 252 pages. It is a must-have in the library of every historian and lover of the Middle Ages. Allow yourself a journey back in time and discover the fascinating world of Latin writing!