Manuscripts and Literature

Manuscripts are handwritten or early printed documents that contain texts such as books, letters, or religious works. Literature refers to the body of written works, including novels, poems, plays, and essays, that express ideas, stories, and cultural values. Together, manuscripts are the original forms in which literature was preserved before printing became widespread. They offer insights into historical language, culture, and thought. Understanding manuscripts and literature helps us appreciate how ideas and stories have been documented and transmitted across time, shaping our knowledge, art, and culture today.