10 Questions
What technology did Marco Polo bring back with him from China?
Woodblock printing
What did the aristocratic circles and rich monastic libraries think of printed books?
They considered them cheap vulgarities
What was the impact of the demand for books on the role of scribes?
Scribes were no longer solely employed by wealthy or influential patrons
Why did merchants and students in university towns prefer printed copies of books?
They were less expensive than handwritten manuscripts
What was the primary reason for the spread of woodblock printing technology in Europe?
The demand for cheaper books
How did the production of handwritten manuscripts change due to the increased demand for books?
Scribes were employed by booksellers as well
What was the main reason for book fairs being held at different places all over Europe?
To meet the expanded demand for books
What was the common viewpoint of merchants and students towards printed books?
They preferred them due to lower cost
Why did rich monastic libraries scoff at printed books?
They were considered cheap vulgarities
What was the impact of Marco Polo's return from China on book production in Europe?
The start of producing books with woodblocks
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