ALS Ich Can Volume 1

These two volumes, "entitled "Als Ich Can," are dedicated to the memory of prof. dr. Maurits Smeyers, who was an eminent specialist in the study of miniatures and manuscript illuminations. With this book, scientists from all over the world want to honour his research. The articles collected in these volumes show a great variety, but also display a large coherence. In this way, the collection reflects the scientific interests of prof. dr. Maurits Smeyers. The largest amount of the articles deals with the art of miniatures. The different authors have chosen their specific approach and reveal how layered and rich the study of manuscripts is.