These two volumes, "entitled "Als Ich Can", are dedicated to the memory
of prof. dr. Maurits Smeyers, who was an eminent specialist in the study
of miniatures and manuscript illuminations. With this book, scientists
from all over the world want to honour his research. The articles
collected in these volumes show a great variety, but also display a
large coherence. In this way, the collection reflects the scientific
interests of prof. dr. Maurits Smeyers. The largest amount of the
articles deals with the art of miniatures. The different authors have
chosen their specific approach and reveal how layered and rich the study
of manuscripts is.