The Sensational Books of Medieval Churches
Our Free Lectures • 1h 22m
This talk highlights a range of books for worship, which come in every shape and size, designed around a range of human and environmental considerations. These volumes were not for the eyes only; they were also heard, smelt, touched, and kissed.
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