Art and Beauty in the Middle Ages by Eco Umberto
In the first English translation of this authoritative, lively book, the celebrated Italian novelist and philosopher Umberto Eco presents a learned summary of medieval aesthetic ideas. First published twenty years ago and now translated into English for the first time, the book juxtaposes theology and science, poetry and mysticism, in order to explore the relationship that existed between the aesthetic theories and the artistic experience and practice of medieval culture.
This paperback book is in very good condition with minor imperfections to the cover. Pages in good condition.
ISBN 10: 0300042078 / ISBN 13: 9780300042078
Publisher: Yale University Press
Publication Date: 1986
