The bestiary of the Middle Ages
Discover the real and fantastic animals of the Middle Ages in this fascinating, richly illustrated book, accessible to all those curious about history and legends.
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The Middle Ages abounded in stories and representations of animals, both familiar and fabulous. This bestiary explores the medieval world through man’s view of animals: bears, pigs, wolves, cats, bees… but also unicorns, dragons, griffins and mermaids.
Each animal is presented in its everyday role (hunting, feeding, companionship) but also in its symbolic and moral dimension. At the crossroads of science, belief and myth, this book lifts the veil on medieval mentalities, between fascination with the living and overflowing imagination.
An accessible, illustrated and well-documented work that will delight history buffs and fans of legendary creatures alike.
Published by Ouest France, 288 pages.
