For those looking for an introduction to this rich area of art this is a must. It covers the art of the empire in a simple, well-written and at the same time, informative manner. Its big plus is that it presents the variations of the different geographic areas eg Constantinople, Venice, the Balkans etc. in a small book.
Well-illustarted throughout, the only "negative" - which is explained by the age of the book - is the fact that colour illustrations are rather limited.
Talbot Rice is an author who knows his subject extremly well - and must have a passion for it too - which makes this book a pleasure to read.

ISBN 0500200041