A Personal Copy Book or Commonplace Book Medieval Commonplace books were notebooks full of theory, information, poetry, and illustrations that people wanted to keep for future reference. Bess' Commonplace book is made from white laid paper and bound on tapes which were then threaded through davey board. The book has been covered in tan bookcloth. All binding was done by Brother Conchobar mac Gabhann. Inside the book you'll find assorted pen and ink drawings and some illumination by Bess.
Want to learn more about Medieval Copybooks? The notes to Bess' Class "Creating a Personal Copybook" are now online! |
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