Medieval books

Backbiting dragon medieval style. Royal 1 B XI f. 46, Gospels England, S. E. (Canterbury); 3rd quarter of the 12th century.

The fiery marks were a way to keep track of tomes on the move.

This illuminated Book of Hours was produced in the second quarter of the fifteenth century. It is written in the Netherlandish translation of Geert Grote. Although lacking in full-page miniatures, the manuscript contains eighteen historiated initials by the Masters of Zweder van Culemborg with ornamental initials and decoration throughout. To explore fully digitized manuscripts with a virtual page-turning application, please visit Walters Ex Libris.

We’re in the middle of our second year in a row in the Middle Ages. History is always our biggest…

Italy, perhaps Lombardy, 1320 Bible - Images from Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts - The Morgan Library & Museum

Making+Books+With+Wood+Binding+

Learn about medieval history and the middle ages with these engaging medieval books for kids, tweens, and teens. Learn in COlor has put together a great resource about medieval times that your kids are sure to love!

Everyone loves books... especially tiny, magical ones!! These 1:12 miniature books have just as much charm as the real thing, with double-sided pages and gilded edges! With free printables, this tutorial video (Part 1) shows you step-by-step how to create the basic mini book... enjoy!

Leslie Marsh: Medieval Book of Trees

Explore tony harrison's photos on Flickr. tony harrison has uploaded 3170 photos to Flickr.