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#SpringSchool25

This year‘s #SpringSchool25 has made a major discovery that will be in the news pretty soon, so my posts have had to be limited. But I’ll announce the discovery here when it’s published!

A tantalising glimpse of #medieval #manuscript fragments, seen through a gap in the bottom of a book spine! #SpringSchool25

A close-up image of the inside of the spine of an old book, showing creased pages with faint handwritten text and some frayed edges. The book appears worn, indicating age and use. The image shows fragments of manuscripts glued along the spine.

„Ratty“ parchment is literal in this case #SpringSchool25

An image of a hand holding torn, old parchment, with visible wear and stains. The background features a tiled floor and part of a wall with what appears to be vertical panels.

Archival dust is no joke! #SpringSchool25

Pasta with swordfish, prawns and tomato sauce; and local fizzy red wine. Perfect after 15 hours on trains. #SpringSchool25

A plate of pasta with shrimp and a tomato-based sauce is displayed, adorned with decorative patterns. The table features a large glass of dark beverage, several smaller glasses containing clear and red liquids, and utensils.

The train journey to Vercelli is stunning as always. #SpringSchool25

A picturesque view of a marina with several sailboats moored in calm waters, surrounded by mountains and a clear blue sky. Snow-capped peaks are visible in the background, reflecting the serene atmosphere of the landscape.

On Sunday I'll be taking my students back to Vercelli and Verona, where (among other things) we will be working with an incredible uncatalogued #medieval #manuscript collection and using digital tools to investigate hidden #fragments inside book bindings. We will also be eating a lot of delicious pasta! Posts about this will be tagged with #SpringSchool25 - stay tuned.

@medievodons @historikerinnen @histodons #palaeography

Hand wearing black wristwatch holding a medieval manuscript book with tattered spine against a background of a grey table with books and laptops.

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