The Material for Early Medieval Reading Material

It doesn’t seem like whether a book is parchment or paper should have a major effect on society. Muslim societies favored paper, while Christians used parchment. But when you look into the process and the expense, that choice has far-reaching consequences.

Today, I’m visiting novelist and my good friend Jessica Knauss to explain why. Read the post I’ve titled “Do You Want Your Books in Paper or Parchment?“

 

From a 9th century gospel book (public domain image via Wikimedia Commons).