Ramr̕ez-Weaver, Eric M., 1971- author.
A saving science : capturing the heavens in Carolingian manuscripts / Eric M. Ramr̕ez-Weaver.
"Focusing on the Handbook of 809, explores how the liberal arts, and in particular astronomy, experienced a revival in the ninth-century court of Charlemagne. Documents the utility of the constellations for prelates who needed to fix the floating feast of Easter and reckon time"--Provided by publisher.
Biblioteca Nacional (Spain). Manuscript. 3307 -- Illustrations.
Biblioteca Nacional (Spain)
Illumination of books and manuscripts, Medieval -- France -- Metz.
Illumination of books and manuscripts, Carolingian.
Astronomy, Medieval.
Astronomy in art.