In this fascinating study, historian Richard Barber examines the elaborate pomp and ceremony of the medieval court festival, revealing as he does so its wider cultural and political importance. This volume is published exclusively by The Folio Society. Three quarter-bound in cloth with a Modiglaini paper front board Set in Poliphilus and Blado display 280 pages Frontispiece and 24 pages of colour plates Blocked slipcase 9˝ x 6¼˝ This edition, only available from The Folio Society, is lavishly illustrated with a frontispiece and 24 pages of colour plates; reflecting the extravagant nature of courtly festivals and the exquisite craftsmanship of the period.