The true gargoyle is a waterspout, an architectural necessity that medieval artisans transformed into functional fantasies. In clear, lively language, the introduction to Holy Terrors explains everything that is known about the history, construction, and purposes of these often rude and rowdy characters. The three chapters that follow are devoted to the gargoyles themselves, in human, animal, and grotesque form. Delving into their sometimes funny, sometimes mysterious meanings, Dr. Benton's entertaining text puts these irresistible creatures into the context of medieval life, and she provides a guide to gargoyle sites, so that readers can visit their favorites. This is, amazingly, the first book for adults to provide a full overview of medieval gargoyles, and it is bound to increase the already numerous legions of gargoyle admirers.
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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
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A excellent book on the history and meaning behind gargoyles,
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This review is from: Holy Terrors: Gargoyles on Medieval Buildings (Hardcover)
After searching several times for a book that gives the true meaning behind what gargoyles are, and where to find them, it has been found. This book combines a great number of detailed pictures with excellent writing. Way to go Janetta Benton!!!!
27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:
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Accurate, In-depth, Great photos. The best of the grotesque!,
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This review is from: Holy Terrors: Gargoyles on Medieval Buildings (Hardcover)
Insightful text by an author unafraid of offering opinions and possibilities about the various uses, designs and significance of all manner of Gargoyles. Historical information on the periods, people and places in which Gargoyles dwell. Great photo's from cover to cover. Nicely organized and well written throughout.
25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:
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By Mitch Evich (Somerville, Mass.) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Holy Terrors: Gargoyles on Medieval Buildings (Hardcover)
"Holy Terrors" is that rarest of books, one that is of genuine value to adults curious about art and architecture, but also very much capable of holding the interest of children. My five-year-old son loves the pictures--especially the "Hairy human with animal head" that adorns the cathedral in Burgos, Spain. We also both appreciate the excellent selection of medieval illustrations, such as Schongauer's "Temptation of Saint Anthony." Skimming through "Holy Terrors" is a fun way to introduce kids to one of the cultural treasures of Europe.
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