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100	1		_aBirrell, Francis, _d1889-1935
245	1	0	_aGuide to the Bayeux tapestry
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2021
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aRelease date is 2021-07-25
508			_aCharlene Taylor, Chuck Greif and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520			_a"Guide to the Bayeux Tapestry" by Francis Birrell is a historical guide published in the early 20th century, specifically in 1921. The book serves as a comprehensive overview of the Bayeux Tapestry, an important medieval embroidery that depicts the events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England in 1066. It aims to provide readers with an understanding of the tapestry's significance, its historical context, and its artistic details. In this guide, Birrell meticulously describes the scenes portrayed in the tapestry, which capture crucial moments such as Harold’s journey to Normandy, his oath of loyalty to William the Conqueror, and the eventual Battle of Hastings where Harold meets his fate. The text also highlights the tapestry's bias, showcasing a narrative favorable to the Normans while contrasting the depiction of English characters and events. Furthermore, the work discusses the Latin inscriptions that accompany the visuals, offering translations and interpretations to enhance the reader's appreciation of this historical document. The guide serves as a valuable resource for those interested in medieval history, art, and the pivotal events that shaped England's future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aBayeux tapestry
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65918
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