Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance Particularly in England (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162627427)

""Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance Particularly in England"" by Joan Evans is a comprehensive exploration of the use and significance of magical jewels during the Middle Ages and Renaissance periods, with a particular focus on England. The book delves into the history, symbolism, and magical properties of various types of jewels, including rings, amulets, and talismans. Evans draws on a wide range of sources, including medieval manuscripts, historical records, and artwork, to provide a detailed and fascinating account of the role of magical jewels in medieval and Renaissance society. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs of these jewels, making it a visually stunning and informative read for anyone interested in the history of magic and jewelry. Overall, ""Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance Particularly in England"" is a must-read for anyone interested in the intersection of magic, history, and material culture.1922. Contents: Magical Jewels and Gems in the Ancient World. The Earlier Christian Lapidaries. Lapidaries of Spain and the Nearer East. Western Mediaeval Lapidaries: Mediaeval Popular Lapidaries; Christian Symbolic Lapidaries; Mediaeval Scientific Lapidaries. Mediaeval Astrology: Lapidaries of Engraved Gems. Magical Jewels of the Middle Ages. The Renaissance: Lapidaries of the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries. Magical Jewels of the Renaissance. The Age of Criticism: The Seventeenth and Eighteenth Centuries. Illustrated.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Joan Evans
ISBN-10: 1162627425
ISBN-13: 9781162627427
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 276
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.58d