Remarkable books a celebration of the world's most beautiful and historic works
A beautifully illustrated guide to more than 75 of the world's most celebrated, rare, and seminal books and handwritten manuscripts ever produced, with discussions of their purpose, features, and creators. From ancient masterpieces such as The Art of War, written on the leaves of bamboo, to the...
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London, UK
Dorling Kindersley Limited
2017
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