A MEDIEVAL MISCELLANY
Selected by Judith Herrin
Hardcover, 200pp
Color illuminations on every page

Perfect for the illuminator! This is a breathtaking book, surveying various aspects of medieval life and stunningly illustrated solely by manuscript illuminations from the 14th and 15th centuries.
The text is also drawn from contemporary accounts, including Froissart, various housebooks, etc.

From the martial point of view, there are interesting entries for "Trial by Combat," the "Elephant" (which shows combatants fighting from an elephant's back!), and a whole series of jousting scenes.

This book was printed in Italy and is a fine example not only of medieval art, but of modern layout and book design.