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Books of Hours Books of Hope: Medieval Books of Hours and their Readers
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Examines Books of Hours, the most popular books of the late Middle Ages, which were widely owned across social classes
Highlights the widespread ownership of these books, from dukes to merchants and servants, in both Latin and vernacular languages, and in varied formats, from simple to luxurious
Provides a unique sociological analysis of the role and significance of Books of Hours, beyond their decorative aspects
Investigates intriguing questions, such as the book's name ("Book of Hours"), its readership, and its repeated appearance in Flemish portraits of the time
Explores the use and meaning of these books in daily life and medieval society, filling gaps in existing literature
Published to accompany the exhibition Pride and Solace: medieval books of hours and their readers at the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium, from 4th April to 7th OCtober 2025
Books of Hours were the bestsellers of the late Middle Ages. Books of Hours, Books of Hope provides unambiguous and accessible answers to the most intriguing questions about the use and significance of these devotional books: what were they about, who were the makers and readers, where did people learn to read, did they use reading glasses or lamps, what do the humorous figures in the margins symbolise, and why do Books of Hours feature so frequently in portraits by, for example, the Flemish Primitives?
From sumptuous masterpieces embellished with gold leaf to modest, well-thumbed copies dotted with candle-wax stains or personal notes – each one has a story to tell. Books of Hours were popular among all levels of society, from dukes and countesses to bricklayers and maids. Not only as showpieces, but above all as their owners' - faithful companions, cherished and used intensively.
Lavishly illustrated with masterpieces from the collections of the Bruges Public Library and Musea Brugge, this publication is a must-have for those who wish to immerse themselves in the fascinating book culture of the medieval era.
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Justin Hamilton
info@abramsandchronicle.co.uk
+44 2077132060
Highlights the widespread ownership of these books, from dukes to merchants and servants, in both Latin and vernacular languages, and in varied formats, from simple to luxurious
Provides a unique sociological analysis of the role and significance of Books of Hours, beyond their decorative aspects
Investigates intriguing questions, such as the book's name ("Book of Hours"), its readership, and its repeated appearance in Flemish portraits of the time
Explores the use and meaning of these books in daily life and medieval society, filling gaps in existing literature
Published to accompany the exhibition Pride and Solace: medieval books of hours and their readers at the Groeningemuseum in Bruges, Belgium, from 4th April to 7th OCtober 2025
Books of Hours were the bestsellers of the late Middle Ages. Books of Hours, Books of Hope provides unambiguous and accessible answers to the most intriguing questions about the use and significance of these devotional books: what were they about, who were the makers and readers, where did people learn to read, did they use reading glasses or lamps, what do the humorous figures in the margins symbolise, and why do Books of Hours feature so frequently in portraits by, for example, the Flemish Primitives?
From sumptuous masterpieces embellished with gold leaf to modest, well-thumbed copies dotted with candle-wax stains or personal notes – each one has a story to tell. Books of Hours were popular among all levels of society, from dukes and countesses to bricklayers and maids. Not only as showpieces, but above all as their owners' - faithful companions, cherished and used intensively.
Lavishly illustrated with masterpieces from the collections of the Bruges Public Library and Musea Brugge, this publication is a must-have for those who wish to immerse themselves in the fascinating book culture of the medieval era.
Producent/osoba odpowiedzialna za bezpieczeństwo produktu
Justin Hamilton
info@abramsandchronicle.co.uk
+44 2077132060
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Data wydania: 30.05.2025
Liczba stron: 160
Wymiary: 17.0x23.5
Typ okładki:twarda okładka
Wydawca: HANNIBAL BOOKS
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Tytuł:Books of Hours Books of Hope: Medieval Books of Hours and their Readers
EAN: 9789464941951
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