Bible Manuscripts 1400 Years of Scribes and Scripture

McKendrick, Scot; Doyle, Kathleen

ISBN 10: 0712349227 / ISBN 13: 9780712349222

Published by British Library, Lodon, 2007

Spanning the entire manuscript era, from the 2nd to the 16th centuries, this lavishly illustarted history traces the evolution of Bible manuscripts - from the first Greek fragments unearthed in Roman Egypt to some of the last vernacular Bibles produced in Renaissance Europe before the total dominance of printing. 160 pages vividly illustrated with over 140 full-page examples drawn from The British Library's world class collection. (Wa). Seller Inventory # 000422

Synopsis:

Before the invention of the printing press the import of the Christian Bible as a material book was inestimable. Revered by the faithful, labored over by scribes and artists, studied by scholars, and coveted by the rich and powerful, an actual copy of the book took on iconic significance. Surviving manuscripts of the Bible, therefore, not only reveal the remarkable history of a massively influential text but also allow scholars to map the development of the book prior to the advent of machine printing.
The British Library’s collection of Bible manuscripts is incomparable in its depth and breadth, preserving landmark editions from the second century up to modern times. Lavishly illustrated in full color, Bible Manuscripts outlines how the Bible was preserved and passed down over the past two millennia. With expert curators Scot McKendrick and Kathleen Doyle as guides, this book offers an unparalleled opportunity to experience the whole of the rich tradition of Biblical manuscripts.

About the Author:

Scot McKendrickis head of Western manuscripts at the British Library. His previous books include Flemish Illuminated Manuscripts, 1400–1500 and Bible as Book: Transmissions of the Greek Text, both published by the British Library.

Kathleen Doyle is currently working on the Digital Catalogue of Illuminated Manuscripts project at the British Library.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Bible Manuscripts 1400 Years of Scribes and ...
Publisher: British Library, Lodon
Publication Date: 2007
Binding: Hardcover
Condition: As New
Dust Jacket Condition: As New