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Meetings with remarkable manuscripts

by Christopher de Hamel

This study examines twelve significant medieval manuscripts, exploring their origins, historical impact, and physical journeys through time. It analyses how these illuminated artefacts reflect the art, politics, and culture of the medieval world.

Accession 13380 ISBN 9780241003046 Publisher Allen Lane
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