Episode 106: An Illuminating Development
The History of English Podcast
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The Use of Red and Black Ink in Medieval Manuscripts
This chapter explores the use of red and black ink in medieval manuscripts, discussing how red ink was used for highlighting and the process of rubrication. It also delves into the origins of the word 'ink' and explores the practical use of illustrations in fixing mistakes made by scribes.
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