A beautiful and informative exploration of the illuminated manuscripts of the Bible over a millennium and across the globe; shedding new light on some of the most significant; yet rarely seen; paintings of the Middle AgesFor two millennia the Bible has inspired the creation of extraordinary art. Within this history illuminated biblical manuscripts are among the best tools for understanding early Christian painting and artistic interpretations of the Bible.This extensively illustrated new book; compiled and written by two internationally renowned experts; transports readers; by way of forty-five featured manuscripts; across the globe and through 1;000 years of history. Passing chronologically through many of the major centers of the Christian world; from Constantinople and imperial Aachen to Canterbury; Mozarabic Spain; Crusader Jerusalem; northern Iraq; Paris; London; Bologna; and Rome; Scot McKendrick and Kathleen Doyle shed light on some of the finest but least-known paintings from the Middle Ages; and on the development of art; literature; and civilization as we know it. 300+ illustrations
#1657151 in Books 2009-01-20Ingredients: Example IngredientsOriginal language:EnglishPDF # 1 10.80 x 1.10 x 8.40l; 3.05 #File Name: 0495569305528 pages
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Textbook for ClassBy SarahThis book came in a great condition. I haven't gotten that far into the textbook because our class just started; but it is going well so far. The book really defines the artwork nicely and the culture during the time the artwork was created. It is full of great pieces of art and I have learned things from it that I have never really gotten the feel for from other books. I hope that it continues to be this useful to me in my education for the short amount of time that I will take advantage of its depth of learning.0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Horrible and marked upBy BernishaI received that book and noticed that there is permanent black marker on all art that showed nudity. I'm ver frustrated because my teacher put art in my exams. How can I learn the art of I can't see it?1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy TonyFast shipping. Saved 75% on this book that i will only use one semester.
