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Up to 60% of medieval texts and 95% of manuscripts have vanished, study finds

Medieval texts and manuscripts are vanishing at alarming rates according to a recent study

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The brief

A recent study has found that a significant portion of medieval texts and manuscripts have disappeared over the centuries. Coverage indicates that up to 60% of medieval texts and 95% of manuscripts have vanished.

The study's findings have been reported by multiple outlets, including Phys.org, Popular Science, and Archaeology News Online Magazine. These sources highlight the use of simulations to uncover evidence of 'lost' medieval manuscripts.

The implications of this study are yet to be fully explored, but it is clear that historians will have to reassess their understanding of medieval history. The extent to which this loss affects our understanding of the period remains to be seen

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Quick answers

What percentage of medieval texts have vanished?

Up to 60%

What percentage of medieval manuscripts have vanished?

95%

How did scholars uncover evidence of lost medieval manuscripts?

Using simulations

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