The Illuminated Manuscript
Janet Backhouse’s The Illuminated Manuscript introduces readers to the artistic and historical world suggested by its subject. It is suited to anyone interested in illuminated books, manuscript culture, and the relationship between visual expression and written works.
About This Book
The Illuminated Manuscript by Janet Backhouse focuses on the subject indicated by its title: illuminated manuscripts.
These works occupy an important place at the meeting point of art, writing, and historical record.
The book offers a concise entry point for readers interested in the visual and cultural significance of manuscript illumination.
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