Paleography
Anglo-American Legal Tradition Paleography Resources
University of Houston – A rich collection of documents from Medieval and Early Modern England, sourced from the National Archives in London. This resource is valuable for those interested in historical legal documents and early English paleography.
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English Paleography: Learn to Read Secretary Hand | late 15th – mid-17th century
This guide provides the basics of English secretary hand, aimed at making early modern English manuscripts accessible. It includes alphabet guides, letter forms, abbreviations, and practice exercises, formatted as a seven-day introductory course.
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Folgerpedia
Folger Shakespeare Library – A comprehensive resource for understanding early English handwriting. It includes tutorials, manuscript images, and guides for interpreting literary and historical documents from the early modern period.
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Paleography Tutorial
UK National Archives – An online tutorial designed to teach users how to read English handwriting from 1500 to 1800. This resource is ideal for those interested in historical research and paleography.
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