Media Technologies and the Digital Humanities in Medieval and Early Modern Studies

This book explores the effects of the digital age on medieval and early modern studies through a multidisciplinary collection of case studies. It examines how people engage with medieval media and technology and challenges readers to consider new types of literacy competencies. The first section examines medieval media, mediation, and technology from a theoretical framework, while the second section explores how digitization, smart technologies, digital mapping, and the internet have shaped medieval and early modern studies.

Format: Hardback
Length: 158 pages
Publication date: 17 March 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

This captivating book delves into the profound effects of the digital age on medieval and early modern studies through a comprehensive and multidisciplinary collection of case studies. Spanning five distinct parts, it explores the intricate ways in which individuals from both medieval and modern eras engage with medieval media and technology. By examining the theoretical foundations of audience interactions with historical materials in the past and the real-world engagement of a twenty-first-century audience with medieval and early modern studies through the multimodal lens of a vast digital landscape, the book offers a unique perspective on the evolving relationship between humans and historical content.

In the first section, essays delve into the examination of medieval media, mediation, and technology from a theoretical framework, shedding light on the diverse range of media and technologies that existed during this period. The second section takes a deeper dive into how digitization, smart technologies, digital mapping, and the internet have shaped the field of medieval and early modern studies in the contemporary era.

The book appeals to a wide range of students and scholars, including those enrolled in undergraduate or graduate intermediate or advanced courses in medieval studies, art history, architectural history, medieval history, literary history, and religious history. Its insightful analysis and engaging narrative make it an invaluable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complex interplay between technology, history, and cultural expression in the medieval and early modern periods.

Weight: 480g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032265735