{"title":"Daniel Wakelin","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the collection of works by Daniel Wakelin, a distinguished author renowned for his contributions to the field of medieval studies. Delve into his insightful exploration of historical texts and the art of manuscript creation. His works are an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the rich tapestry of medieval history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his acclaimed publications, \u003cem\u003eDesigning English\u003c\/em\u003e stands out as a fascinating investigation into the aesthetics of medieval manuscripts. In this book, Wakelin examines the intricate details and creative processes behind the design and decoration of English texts during the late medieval period. Readers are treated to an array of stunning visuals and detailed commentary, offering a window into the artistic and linguistic cultures of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWakelin's expertise is not limited to aesthetics; his works often weave in broader themes of history and military contexts, providing a comprehensive understanding of the eras he explores. This collection is perfect for history enthusiasts, students, and anyone intrigued by the confluence of art and literature in medieval history.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"designing-english-by-daniel-wakelin-9781851244751","title":"Designing English","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly manuscripts in the English language include religious works, plays, romances, poetry, and songs, as well as charms, notebooks, science, and medieval medicine. How did scribes choose to arrange the words and images on the page in each manuscript? How did they preserve, clarify, and illustrate writing in English? What visual guides were given to early readers of English in how to understand or use their books?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigning English\u003c\/em\u003e is an overview of eight centuries of graphic design in manuscripts and inscriptions from the Anglo-Saxon to the early Tudor periods. Working beyond the traditions established for Latin, scribes of English needed to be more inventive, so that each book was an opportunity for redesigning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDesigning English\u003c\/em\u003e focuses on the craft, agency, and intentions of scribes, painters, and engravers in the practical processes of making pages and artefacts. It weighs up the balance of ingenuity and copying, practicality and imagination in their work. It surveys bilingual books, format, ordinatio, decoration, and reading aloud, as well as inscriptions on objects, monuments, and buildings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith over ninety illustrations, drawn especially from the holdings of the Bodleian Library in Old English and Middle English, \u003cem\u003eDesigning English\u003c\/em\u003e gives a comprehensive overview of English books and other material texts across the Middle Ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46848987103468,"sku":"9781851244751","price":94.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/3003383482847.jpg?v=1759007300"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/daniel-wakelin.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}