Was this famous tapestry a faithful recording of the Normans' version of events leading to William the Conqueror's invasion of England or does it have a subversive sub-text which suggests the whole enterprise was based on a series of lies? Whether you've seen or hope to see the original or have enjoyed the Victorian copy in Reading Museum, this book makes intriguing reading as it attempts to unravel the truth, image by image.
(Jenny Baker - bwl 29 April 2005 ) |
