The sounds of medieval books (with Andrew Albin)

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The sounds of medieval books (with Andrew Albin)

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Reading today is typically silent – whether reading a book in a library or readingClick here for more about the episode...The sounds of medieval books (with Andrew Albin)

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Apr 1, 2022

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