The Book of Kells is an illuminated copy of the four gospels of the New Testament in Latin; it is one of the most beautiful books of the early Middle Ages. Mary Noble has expertly rendered 30 full-page black-and-white reproductions of that book?s elaborate artistic ornamentation. Included are eye-catching borders filled with abstract Celtic spirals and interlacements, celestial figures, saints, members of the Holy family, as well as Celtic crosses and other finely detailed floral, animal, human, and fantastic elements. 8-1/4 x 11. Saddlewired.