Writing, Society and Culture in Early Rus, C.950-1300

ISBN-13: 9780521813815 / Angielski / Twarda / 2002 / 356 str.

Simon Franklin

Opis

This is the first comprehensive study of the origins and early uses of Russian writing. Simon Franklin examines a wide range of writings, from the parchment manuscripts of the Orthodox Church, through the Novgorod birch-bark documents, to inscriptions on stone and metal. He analyzes the texts from a variety of perspectives, and presents fascinating insight into this crucial aspect of Russian history. The impressive scholarship and idiosyncratic wit of the volume commend it to specialists in Russian history and Russian literature.

Recenzje

Review of the hardback: 'This is an engagingly written and scholarly presentation of an essential aspect of the study of Russian for philologists and serious linguists. The whole is preceded by indispensable lists of illustrations and abbreviations, a note on transliteration, and a map. … This is a most useful, non-simplifying summary and exploration for anyone taking a fresh look at the early history of Russian.' Forum for Modern Language Studies

Spis treści

Part I. The Graphic Environment: 1. The written remains; 2. Scripts and languages; 3. The changing environment; Part II. Functions and Perceptions of Writing: 4. Writing and social organisation; 5. Writing and learning; 6. Writing and pictures; 7. Writing and magic; 8. Afterword: on the social and cultural dynamics of writing.