The Carolingians in Central Europe, Their History, Arts, and Architecture: A Cultural History of Central Europe, 750-900 (Cultures, Beliefs and Traditions Medieval and Early Modern Peoples) [Hardcover]

Herbert Schutz (Author)

Book Description

Series: Cultures, Beliefs and Traditions Medieval and Early Modern Peoples | Publication Date: January 2004

This book presents an historical overview of the Frankish realms in Central Europe during the Carolingian period. Against this background Part II of the book examines the cultural inventory deposited by the scribal culture in Central Europe as represented by manuscripts, crystals, ivories and gem encrusted liturgical art. Part III deals with such examples of Carolingian wall painting and architecture as are still evident in Central Europe. Though some examples are derivative, many are original. To reflect the splendor of the objects and surfaces discussed in Parts II and III, the book is lavishly ornamented with pertinent color illustrations. Black and white illustrations generally serve the representation of architecture.

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About the Author

Herbert Schutz, Ph.D. (1968) German, Toronto, Professor Emeritus of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures at Brock University, Canada. Fifth in a sequence of cultural histories of Central Europe from prehistoric times to the end of the Carolingian period, this volume follows Tools, Weapons and Ornaments. Germanic Material Culture 400-750 (Brill, 2001).

Product Details

• Hardcover: 407 pages
• Publisher: Brill Academic Pub (January 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 9004131493
• ISBN-13: 978-9004131491
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 6.6 x 1.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,031,809 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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