Marguerite Makes a Book
Marguerite Makes a Book by Bruce Robertson is a beautifully illustrated work published by Getty Publications in 1999. This first edition features 36 pages and is presented in English. The story is set in 15th-century Paris and follows a young girl named Marguerite as she assists her father, Jacques, in the intricate craft of illuminating manuscripts for the French nobility. The narrative centers around a special commission for Lady Isabelle, exploring the challenges and joys of their artistic endeavor.
Readers will find a richly detailed tale that highlights Marguerite’s resourcefulness as she navigates the bustling streets of Paris to gather essential materials for her father’s work. The book captures the historical context of medieval Europe while showcasing themes related to art and craftsmanship. Through Marguerite’s journey, the story emphasizes the importance of collaboration and creativity in the artistic process, making it a delightful exploration of both familial bonds and the world of manuscript illumination.
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This delightful book, brought to life by the finely detailed, evocative art of a renowned children’s artists, was inspired by an illuminated manuscript in the collection of the Getty Museum.
Paris in the 1400s. A young girl named Marguerite delights in assisting her father, Jacques, in his craft: illuminating manuscripts for the nobility of France. His current commission is a splendid book of hours for his patron, Lady Isabelle, but will he be able to finish it in time for Lady Isabelle’s name day?
In this richly illustrated tale, Marguerite comes to her father’s aid. She journeys all over Paris buying goose feathers for quills, eggs for mixing paints, dried plants and ground minerals for pigments. Then she expertly finishes the illumination of Lady Isabelle’s book, to the delight of her father and his patron.
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