This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 22003812
Title: Guide to the Bayeux tapestry
Note: Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Guide to the Bayeux Tapestry" by Francis Birrell is a historical guide published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1921. The book serves as a comprehensive overview of the Bayeux Tapestry, an important medieval embroidery that depicts the events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. It aims to provide readers with an understanding of the tapestry's significance, its historical context, and its artistic details. In this guide, Birrell meticulously describes the scenes portrayed in the tapestry, which capture crucial moments such as Harold’s journey to Normandy, his oath of loyalty to William the Conqueror, and the eventual Battle of Hastings where Harold meets his fate. The text also highlights the tapestry's bias, showcasing a narrative favorable to the Normans while contrasting the depiction of English characters and events. Furthermore, the work discusses the Latin inscriptions that accompany the visuals, offering translations and interpretations to enhance the reader's appreciation of this historical document. The guide serves as a valuable resource for those interested in medieval history, art, and the pivotal events that shaped England's future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Birrell, Francis, 1889-1935
EBook No.: 65918
Published: Jul 25, 2021
Downloads: 99
Language: English
Subject: Bayeux tapestry
LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 22003812
Title: Guide to the Bayeux tapestry
Note: Reading ease score: 70.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits: Charlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https: //www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Guide to the Bayeux Tapestry" by Francis Birrell is a historical guide published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1921. The book serves as a comprehensive overview of the Bayeux Tapestry, an important medieval embroidery that depicts the events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. It aims to provide readers with an understanding of the tapestry's significance, its historical context, and its artistic details. In this guide, Birrell meticulously describes the scenes portrayed in the tapestry, which capture crucial moments such as Harold’s journey to Normandy, his oath of loyalty to William the Conqueror, and the eventual Battle of Hastings where Harold meets his fate. The text also highlights the tapestry's bias, showcasing a narrative favorable to the Normans while contrasting the depiction of English characters and events. Furthermore, the work discusses the Latin inscriptions that accompany the visuals, offering translations and interpretations to enhance the reader's appreciation of this historical document. The guide serves as a valuable resource for those interested in medieval history, art, and the pivotal events that shaped England's future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Birrell, Francis, 1889-1935
EBook No.: 65918
Published: Jul 25, 2021
Downloads: 99
Language: English
Subject: Bayeux tapestry
LoCC: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.