The Book of Kells
Exploring an Irish Medieval Masterpiece
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Topics Covered- Where and how the manuscript was made
- The social context from which the manuscript emerged, including early medieval faith and politics.
- The artistic context of the manuscript, reflecting local and international styles.
- The theology and interpretations of the text.
- How and why the manuscript survived
- The Book of Kells and contemporary culture.
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| Rating | 5.0★ based on 1 ratings |
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| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 4 hours per week |
| Starts | Nov 13 (232 weeks ago) |
| Cost | $69 |
| From | Trinity College Dublin via FutureLearn |
| Instructors | Rachel Moss, Fáinche Ryan, Will Fox |
| Download Videos | Only via web browser |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Humanities |
| Tags | History |
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nice introductory course combining
Nice introductory course combining elements of Irish history and culture.
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christian iconography used
There's a (very brief) summary of manuscript production techniques, and a wonderful examination of the Christian iconography used in the illustrations.
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| Rating | 5.0★ based on 1 ratings |
|---|---|
| Length | 4 weeks |
| Effort | 4 hours per week |
| Starts | Nov 13 (232 weeks ago) |
| Cost | $69 |
| From | Trinity College Dublin via FutureLearn |
| Instructors | Rachel Moss, Fáinche Ryan, Will Fox |
| Download Videos | Only via web browser |
| Language | English |
| Subjects | Humanities |
| Tags | History |
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