Notae Latinae: An Account of Abbreviation in Latin MSS. of the Early Minuscule Period (c. 700-850)

by Wallace Martin Lindsay

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Originally published in 1915, this book presents an account of the use of abbreviations in Latin manuscripts of the early Minuscule period (circa 700-850 AD). Lindsay provides statistics on the actual use of symbols as abbreviations and lists of the 'notae' discussed, divided into their usage in sacred, legal or secular manuscripts. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in palaeography or medieval Latin.
  • ISBN13 9781107637511
  • Publish Date 10 October 2013
  • Publish Status Active
  • Publish Country GB
  • Imprint Cambridge University Press
  • Format Paperback (US Trade)
  • Pages 526
  • Language Latin