Spaces for Reading in Later Medieval England

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The collection of essays explores how the spaces of later medieval England shaped reading practices, revealing a vibrant and interactive literary culture. Contrary to the notion of a limited medieval reading experience, the authors highlight diverse physical, electronic, and virtual contexts that facilitated various interactions with texts. By examining the relationship between reading and space, the book uncovers the complexities and richness of medieval literacy, showing that reading was not just an individual act but a communal and dynamic process influenced by its surroundings.