A Medieval Book of Beasts

A Medieval Book of Beasts
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Publisher : Boydell Press
Total Pages : 356
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ISBN-10 : 0851156827
ISBN-13 : 9780851156828
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Book Synopsis A Medieval Book of Beasts by : Willene B. Clark

Download or read book A Medieval Book of Beasts written by Willene B. Clark and published by Boydell Press. This book was released on 2006 with total page 356 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 'The Bestiary' is a book of animals. The 'Second-family' bestiary is the most important version. This study addresses the work's purpose and audience. It includes a critical edition and new English translation, and a catalogue raisonne of the manuscripts.


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