Account Of A Copy Of The First Edition Of The 'speculum Majus' Of Vincent De Beauvais, 1473. Suppl. To Notes On Books Of Secrets, Part 2

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This is a fascinating exploration of one of the most important works of medieval European scholarship, the Speculum Majus of Vincent de Beauvais. Author John Ferguson provides a detailed description of a rare copy of the first edition of the work, examining its textual and bibliographic features in close detail. From its origins in the 13th century to its impact on later generations of scholars, this book offers a wealth of insights into the history of European intellectual life.