The Bible Illuminated: How Art Brought the Bible to an Illiterate World

Exquisite reproductions of the best illustrated manuscripts from the Middle Ages and scholars’ detailed descriptions combine to create a stunning, authentic, and powerful book that will become a keepsake treasured for generations. The breathtaking photographs of these profound artifacts can be appreciated simply for their art and beauty. Readers will discover the geographical, theological and historical contexts of these documents, as well how illustrations disseminated Scripture for a mostly illiterate population.

Unique Features:
• Chronological representation of illuminated manuscripts and scholars’ comments about the development of each.
• Large size, high-design, and breathtaking illustrations make this book a treasured keepsake item.
• Highly giftable with interior pages on rich heavy coated paper.