Beschrijving
Dit boek onderzoekt 223 historische inktrecepten uit tien bronnen en vraagt zich af of vergeten formules duurzame oplossingen voor de toekomst kunnen bieden.
Without ink, the world as we know it — shaped by the rapid exchange of ideas and the preservation of cultural heritage — would not exist. For millennia, ink recipes have been created, studied, and shared, yet the path to its current form has been anything but straightforward, shaped by centuries of experimentation and refinement. Today, we stand at a crossroads, reassessing the very inks that once symbolised progress, as the need for sustainable alternatives grows ever more urgent.
This book does not seek to unravel the chemical complexities of modern ink production, nor does it focus on scientific advancements. Instead, it takes a step back in time, exploring the rich historical heritage of ink and the wealth of knowledge preserved in past recipes. Through a careful examination of 223 ink recipes from ten historical texts, this work considers whether some of these forgotten formulas might hold the key to more sustainable practices for the future.
