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Further Details Title: Medieval Monsters Condition: New Description: From satyrs and sea creatures to griffins and dragons, monsters lay at the heart of the medieval world. Believed to dwell in exotic, remote areas, these inexplicable parts of God's creation aroused fear, curiosity and wonder in equal measure. Powerfully captured in the illustrations of manuscripts, such as bestiaries, travel books and devotional works, they continue to delight audiences today with their vitality and humour. Medieval Monsters shows how strange creatures sparked artists' imaginations to remarkable heights. Half-human hybrids of land and sea mingle with bewitching demons, blemmyae, cyclops and multi-headed beasts of nightmare and comic grotesques. Over 100 wondrous and terrifying images offer a fascinating insight into the medieval mind. Author: Maria L. Gilbert, Damien Kempf Format: Hardback EAN: 9780712357906 ISBN: 9780712357906 Publisher: The British Library Publishing Division Release Date: 04/16/2015 Item Height: 190mm Item Length: 150mm Language: English Country/Region of Manufacture: GB Genre: History Topic: Language & Reference, Society & Culture Release Year: 2015 Missing Information? Please contact us if any details are missing and where possible we will add the information to our listing.
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This stunning hardback dives into the fascinating world of medieval creatures with vivid illustrations from manuscripts. The book beautifully blends history, art, and mythology, bringing to life everything from dragons to sea monsters. Perfect for art lovers and history buffs, it’s a captivating look at how these mythical beasts sparked fear and wonder. The quality is excellent—great for display or deep reading. A must-have for anyone intrigued by medieval lore!