By 1254, the use of paper was becoming more widespread in Europe, having been introduced from the Islamic world. This transition from parchment to paper significantly impacted writing and publishing practices, particularly in cities like Florence and Venice. The availability of paper facilitated the production of books and manuscripts, which were essential for the dissemination of knowledge and culture.

The increased availability of paper allowed for a surge in literary production, enabling poets and writers to share their works more widely. This shift contributed to the rise of vernacular literature and the eventual emergence of the printing press, which would revolutionize poetry and literature in the following centuries.