Examines the art and architecture of the Middle Ages, discussing the Romanesque and gothic movements, Moorish and Islamic influences, churches, tombs and monuments, manuscript illumination, castles, and other topics.
Discusses the artistic style that developed in Europe between the eleventh and thirteenth centuries, blending Roman art with Germanic and Byzantine elements.
An illustrated chronicle of the construction of the Tower of Pisa that provides historical context and discusses modern restoration of the leaning landmark; also includes a further-reading list.
