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A great gift for medieval history buffs and those who appreciate the art of the past
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Pros
  • Medieval people speak to us in their own words
  • Manuscript illuminations bring the past alive
  • High production value makes it a joy to browse
Cons
  • Lack of index limits its reference value
  • Non-history buffs may find the text somewhat dry

Description

  • Manuscript selection and book design by Linda & Michael Falter
  • Introduction by Emmanuel Le Roy Ladurie
  • Bound in red cloth with gold lettering and gold ribbon bookmark
  • Printed on parchment-like paper
  • Published by Viking Studio
  • Hardcover; 207 pages; 1.13 x 10.33 x 7.86 inches
  • ISBN 0670893773

Guide Review - A Medieval Miscellany by Judith Herrin

A Medieval Miscellany is a collection of excerpts from medieval texts, beautifully illustrated by illuminations from medieval manuscripts. Topics vary widely and are accompanied by incidental decorations as well as appropriate illustrations. Altogether, the contents and presentation create the feel of a medieval manuscript in modern book form.

While the book has a wealth of information, the topics are presented in no particular order and there is no index. A Medieval Miscellany is more for browsing and enjoying than for use as reference.

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