So nice, it borders on a coffee table book with all the amazing photos of one of the most extraordinary artifacts to survive from the 11th century. A fragile web of woolen thread on linen, its brilliance has illuminated our understanding of history. It is rare to have such an amazing snapshot of the past preserved. This 270 page volume includes dozens of amazing color photos and highlights the tapestry’s incredible history and its impact on the present. The "The Bayeux Tapestry" is a hard cover book that measures 8.5 inches by 10.25 inches.