The Book of Kells published by Humanities Press Inc, Atlantic Highlands, NJ, 1980. Reprint. Paperback. No DJ. Size 8vo (up to 9-1/2'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine. 32 Pgs. ISBN 0391006088. A selection of pages reproduces with a description and notes by G. O. Simms. Published in association with the Library of Trinity College, Dublin. The Book of Kells, one of Ireland's greatest treasures, has been in the library for about 300 years and is recognized as one of the greatest illuminated manuscripts ever projected. In this short description, some of the major pages and a selection of some of the finest illuminated initial letters are reproduced, with the text by Dr. Simms forms an introductory guide to the manuscript. Description text copyright 2008 BooksForComfort. Item ID 17595.

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Title: The Book of Kells
ISBN 10: 0391006088
ISBN 13: 9780391006089
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Book Type: book

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A beautiful and simple introduction to the Book of Kells, one of the world's most famous illuminated manuscripts, with a newly-expanded colour plate section.Here George Otto Simms, a world-renowned authority on the Book of Kells, reveals the mysteries hidden in this magnificent manuscript. He introduces the monks who made the book and guides the reader through the intricate detail of this ancient and exotic book.Also available in French, German, Spanish and Japanese.

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