The book of Bibles : the most beautiful illuminated bibles of the Middle Ages : Osterreichische Nationalbibliothek

Let there be light

The power and glory of illuminated bibles

In the beginning was the word, and in the Middle Ages were kings, princes, and high-ranking religious members whose wealth and influence produced illustrated bibles of extraordinary craftsmanship.

This edition brings together 50 of the finest medieval bible manuscripts from the Austrian National Library. With examples from every epoch of the Middle Ages, the collection explores visualizations of the bible in various theological and historical contexts. With their impeccable reproduction quality, these stunning images may be appreciated as both art historical treasures and important religious artifacts in equal measure.

Texts by Andreas Fingernagel, Stephan Fussci, Christian Gastgeber, and a team of scholarly authors describe each manuscript in detail, exploring both the evolution of the Bible and the medieval understanding of history. A glossary of important terms is also included so that those not versed in biblical history can enjoy the texts as well.

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