Colorado College's thematic minor in The Book
»Æ¹ÏÊÓƵoffers a thematic minor in The Book (the past, present, and future of the written word in its material form).
See The Book thematic minor program page (Colorado College)Official requirements for The Book minor for the official requirements.
(This minor was first offered in the 2009-2010 school year. For general information on thematic minors at CC, click here. )
Course description for The History and Future of the Book, taught in alternating years beginning in 2010:
HY200-The History and Future of the Book. Examines the development of technologies of the written word, from clay tablets and sheepskin scrolls to the manuscript codex, early printed book, modern printing, and digital text. Questions the way reading, writing, and preserving texts intersect with identity, memory, and history, making extensive use of primary materials in the library's Special Collections and incorporating a hands-on experience at The Press at Colorado College. .5 unit-Lawson and Randall.
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non-CC researchers by appointment only
Contact Special Collections
tuttspec@coloradocollege.edu
(719)389-6668
Tutt Library, 1021 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
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