During the Middle Ages they understood that words accompanied by imagery are much more memorable. By making the margins of a book colorful and beautiful, illuminations help make the text unforgettable. It's unfortunate that we've lost the art of illumination.
Conrad Aiken, Author (1889) |
Al Alvarez, Poet (1929) |
David Baldacci, Novelist (1960) |
Bruce Barton, Author (1886) |
Rick Derringer, Musician (1947) |
Patrick Ewing, Athlete (1962) |
Lorrie Fair, Athlete (1978) |
Friedrich Engels, Philosopher (1895) |
Josh Ryan Evans, Actor (2002) |
Millicent Fawcett, Activist (1929) |
Marilyn Monroe, Actress (1962) |