BooksDirect

Description - The Book and the Magic of Reading in the Middle Ages by Albrecht Classen

These essays explore the cultural significance of writing, reading and the book in the Middle Ages, and argues for an understanding of medieval cultures as combinations of oral and literary expressions. Essays explore the representation of books and reading in art, literature and iconography and the philosophical and religious significance of reading and literacy.

Buy The Book and the Magic of Reading in the Middle Ages by Albrecht Classen from Australia's Online Independent Bookstore, BooksDirect.

A Preview for this title is currently not available.