Manuscript

A manuscript is a written document that serves as the draft version of a book, article, or other publication. It can be handwritten or typed and is often submitted to publishers for consideration. Manuscripts are essential to the writing process, as they capture the author's ideas, research, and narrative style before final editing and formatting. In general knowledge contexts, they can also refer to historical texts, ancient writings, or any original document that hasn't been printed yet. Essentially, a manuscript is the foundation for a finished work.