The Complete Annotated Facsimile includes:Comprehensive annotation of scripture verse and folio references on every pageIndex of the breathtaking Celtic illumination and artistic calligraphyHighlights of historical notes and errata in the original bookHigh quality color reproduction of the original manuscriptAn introduction and discussion of this fascinating medieval treasureThe Book of Kells is widely acknowledged as the greatest of the illuminated manuscripts in the Celtic style. The Latin text includes the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Medieval scribes and artists painstakingly created this book in the late 8th or early 9th century in Ireland. As the most cited early example of the Celtic style of art, the Book of Kells is a priceless treasure not only of Ireland, but of Western Civilization.