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Illuminating the past, one precious book at a time the. This celebration of some of the worlds most precious medieval manuscripts is a revelation. In the world before gutenberg, manuscripts were the sole means of written transmission of knowledge. The hardback edition of meetings with remarkable manuscripts is an excellent book which well rewards reading. The physical qualities of meetings with remarkable manuscripts make it a joy to own. Meetings with remarkable manuscripts is a captivating examination of twelve illuminated manuscripts from the medieval period.

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