Illuminations

All ages. From Publishers Weekly From Alchemist to Zither, this medieval alphabet book glows with ornately illuminated letters and decoration; the text, describing such uncommon entries as Excalibur, Portcullis and Villein, is a virtual history lesson in itself. Copyright 1993 Reed Business Information, Inc.

Full color.. "From alchemist to zither, Hunt explains things Arthurian in easily understood words and detailed, often dramatic ink-and-watercolor paintings evocative of medieval illuminated manuscripts. This (book) will pique the interest of readers and serve as a handy companion to contemporary fictional retelling of Arthurian lore".--Publishers Weekly

Not what I expected. More of a children's style alphabet book. This book is great, it's just not what I expected. Its more of a picture book for children then it is a source book for medieval illuminations. It goes letter by letter through the alphabet with one large image or drawing or illumination, if you will, on each page. I was expecting something with more variety and more actual medieval illuminations.Let me reiterate, this is a nice book for children, with large pretty images. It is not a good source of medieval illumination scroll designs. I was looking for something to help me advance my illuminat. homeschooling Barbara Moran Very satisfied with the product, price, and the shipping and delivery. Thank you!. Amy said beautiful illustrations.. You can't beat the artworkbeautiful illustrations.