The Bayeux Tapestry on CD-Rom: Individual Licence (Scholarly Digital Editions)

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Binding: CD-ROM Dewey Decimal Number: 929 EAN: 9780953961047 ISBN: 0953961044 Label: Scholarly Digital Editions Manufacturer: Scholarly Digital Editions Number Of Items: 1 Publication Date: 2002-11-08 Publisher: Scholarly Digital Editions Studio: Scholarly Digital Editions
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Editorial Reviews: `The Bayeux Tapestry presents its story of the Norman Conquest of England in words of such simplicity and images of such power that it has long determined the view we take of the momentous events of 1064-6. This digital edition creates new and exciting ways of viewing the Tapestry, with additional features in the form of a brilliantly-conceived array of supporting material. It transforms the way in which students and teachers alike will be able to approach, to use and to enjoy one of the most remarkable of all our sources for the middle ages.' Simon Keynes, Elrington and Bosworth Professor of Anglo-Saxon, University of Cambridge.This CD-Rom presents full images of the tapestry itself, magnifiable so that individual stitches can be seen, with images of three facsimiles, and of many related artifacts. They are accompanied by authoritative translations of seventeen historical sources concerning the events of 1066, maps, genealogies, bibliography, and full commentary, in an attractive interface.MARTIN K. FOYS is at Hood College, Maryland.Individual licence: you may make one copy of this publication on your hard disc. Choice Outstanding Academic Title 2003.
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Superb CD Comment: While reading "A Needle in the Right Hand of God" I got frustrated by the size of the plates and the lack of clear references to the various scenes. Then, I bought this...Voila! This incredible piece of work is so illuminating, amazing in its details and versatility. It is filled with surprises and knowledge. I thought it was a bit pricey, but now I would have paid even more for it! Customer Rating: Summary: Wow! Comment: Being a Hood (and a student of Dr. Foys), I found this CD to be extremely informational and easy to use for background information regarding assignments. Pop the CD and you're on your way towards a whole bank of knowledge. This CD proves to be handy to the novice who wishes to know more about the Bayeux Tapestry or the time period, to professors and students alike. One piece of advice: TAKE IT SLOW--regardless of your level of knowledge. This CD is filled with information, as well as detailed maps, photographs and clips. I recommend this CD to all people alike interested in this particular field. Customer Rating: Summary: Spectacular! Comment: This amazing CD offers not only incredible visual detail of the tapestry, but also a treasure of historical, literary and topographical information related to the battle. A panoramic photograph of the battle site and an interactive map are just two examples of the many wonderful features of this CD. Anyone interested in the Middle Ages, the tapestry, the battle, or the era of the Norman Conquest must own this invaluable resource. (I have very little savvy when it comes to computers; but I had no trouble at all running this on Windows--very user friendly.) Customer Rating: Summary: A great resource Comment: This CD-ROM edition of the Bayeux Tapestry is a great program for students, teachers or people just interested in learning about this famous piece of history. An amazing amount of detail is included, from a basic introduction, to scholarly arguments about how to interpret a single inscription or figure in the border. The videos and colour maps are helpful, as is the ability to search through the entire program by keyword. As a Mac user, I was also grateful to find that it runs on both PCs and Macs. More Reviews