1. The Middle Ages (p. 383-390)
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Illuminated manuscripts such as The Gospel Book of Durrow (Fig. 15.12, p. 385) and the Moralized Bible (Fig. 15.24, p. 390) are among the most fascinating example of medieval art. Using the link above, search for "Medieval Manuscripts" to explore the diverse range of illuminated manuscripts that survive and are reproduced online. What symbols, and techniques can you find, and what relationships between word an image can you locate in the manuscripts?

2. The High Middle Ages (p. 386-390)
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The Bayeux Tapestry (Fig. 15.17, p. 387) chronicles the successful invasion of England by the Normans. Click on the link above to perform a Web Search and access detailed reproductions of this work and explanations of it. What's the historical background for the Bayeux Tapestry, and what visual and narrative techniques does it use?