A Medieval Book of Beasts

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Author	: Willene B. Clark
Publisher	: Boydell Press
Total Pages	: 356
Release	: 2006
ISBN-10	: 0851156827
ISBN-13	: 9780851156828
Rating	: 4/5 (27 Downloads)

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Book Synopsis A Medieval Book of Beasts by : Willene B. Clark

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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