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Traces the history of archives from their emergence in the Late Middle Ages through the Early Modern Period, and vividly shows how archives permeated and fundamentally changed European culture.

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The Birth of the Archive is a landmark contribution to the history of scholarship and knowledge. Opening a fascinating window into early modern archival practice, this stylish and thought-provoking book is a classic in the making." —Alexandra Walsham, University of Cambridge

"In this lively and readable synthesis, Professor Friedrich provides an astute overview and scintillating analysis of a generation's work in the 'new history of archives, ' informed by his own impressive contributions to this emerging field. This book will be illuminating to scholars of early modern Europe, and equally to anyone who conducts research in archives and wonders how these accumulated treasures took shape over time." —Randolph C. Head, University of California, Riverside

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      Publisher: The University of Michigan Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 2/28/2018 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780472130689, 978-0472130689
      ISBN10: 0472130684

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Traces the history of archives from their emergence in the Late Middle Ages through the Early Modern Period, and vividly shows how archives permeated and fundamentally changed European culture.

      Trade Review
      The Birth of the Archive is a landmark contribution to the history of scholarship and knowledge. Opening a fascinating window into early modern archival practice, this stylish and thought-provoking book is a classic in the making." —Alexandra Walsham, University of Cambridge

      "In this lively and readable synthesis, Professor Friedrich provides an astute overview and scintillating analysis of a generation's work in the 'new history of archives, ' informed by his own impressive contributions to this emerging field. This book will be illuminating to scholars of early modern Europe, and equally to anyone who conducts research in archives and wonders how these accumulated treasures took shape over time." —Randolph C. Head, University of California, Riverside

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