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The birth of medieval manuscripts
What does an oyster shell have to do with medieval books? This week, Amy explores one of her favourite moments in history: when medieval scribes started to create beautifully illuminated manuscripts. She’s exploring the...
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The birth of medieval manuscripts is an episode from The English Heritage Podcast by English Heritage. What does an oyster shell have to do with medieval books? This week, Amy explores one of her favourite moments in history: when medieval...
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Published Mar 5, 2026, 41:57 long, audio available.
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