The Bayeux Tapestry Elucidated by J. Collingwood Bruce
"The Bayeux Tapestry Elucidated" by J. Collingwood Bruce is a historical account written in the mid-19th century. This work serves as a comprehensive exploration and interpretation of the Bayeux Tapestry, a monumental embroidery that chronicles the events leading up to and including the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. Bruce’s narrative not only examines the tapestry's artistic and historical significance but also discusses its depiction of key historical figures and events, particularly
focusing on William the Conqueror and Harold Godwinson. At the start of the text, the author introduces the tapestry as a unique historical artifact, emphasizing its artistic execution and its importance as a visual record of a pivotal period in English history. He reflects on the tapestry’s creation, possibly involving Queen Matilda, and its relevance in documenting the complex relationships and events surrounding the Norman invasion. The opening portion delves into the prelude to the Conquest, discussing Edward the Confessor's reign, Harold's mission to Normandy, and the subsequent kidnapping by Count Guy of Ponthieu. Through detailed descriptions, the author sets the stage for a deeper analysis of the tapestry, which is portrayed as both a record of noble valor and a reflection of the turbulent historical milieu of the time. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Bruce, J. Collingwood (John Collingwood), 1805-1892 |
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| LoC No. | 10004984 |
| Title | The Bayeux Tapestry Elucidated |
| Note | Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Credits |
Produced by Norbert H. Langkau, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NK: Fine Arts: Decorative and Applied Arts, Decoration and Ornament |
| Subject | Bayeux tapestry |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 55614 |
| Release Date | Sep 24, 2017 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 24, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 215 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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