Letters & Lore
Ink and Intention: Manuscripts vs. Letters in the Handwritten Age
Before the printing press, handwritten communication served two distinct purposes: illuminated manuscripts as breathtaking works of art and symbols of status, and epistolary letters as vital personal connections across distances. The article compares their unique roles, creators, and cultural significance in the pre-print era.
Chloe Dubois·October 4, 2026
