They represent both biblical and secular subjects and include the work of master illuminators such as Maestro Daddesco, Giovanni di Paolo and the Master of Mary of Burgundy. In addition to the colour reproductions of all the exhibited pages, the essays are sumptously illustrated with further related and comparative images, many of which are drawn from the collections of the Chicago Institute of Art itself.

Subtitle The Last Relic of Thomas Becket. The Book in the Cathedral. Short Title The Book in the Cathedral. -- Dennis Duncan The Guardian . Review Text. Format Paperback. UK Release Date 2026-04-09.

This book looks at the work of scribes, illuminators and book binders. -- "Choice". Richly illustrated with over seventy colour illustrations. Examines the work of scribes, illuminators and book binders during the Middle Ages.