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Cornell University Press, 1983, hardcover, large format, illustrated, 340 pages, condition: very good.
Traces the development of European manuscript illumination, shows Bibles, and liturgical and devotional books, and discusses the aesthetic qualities of illuminated manuscripts.
Robert G. Calkins' "Illuminated Books of the Middle Ages" presents an insightful exploration into medieval illuminated manuscripts, emphasizing their function as integrated works rather than isolated pieces of art. The book systematically examines selected manuscripts from different periods, particularly focusing on their decorative and textual features, to illustrate the relationship between image and text. Calkins champions a chronological progression and provides valuable references and appendices for deeper study, ultimately enriching the understanding of liturgical manuscript development.
