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Illuminations: The Private Lives of Medieval Kings

Illuminations: The Private Lives of Medieval Kings

Description: Dr Janina Ramirez unlocks the secrets of illuminated manuscripts that were custom-made for kings.
Genre: Documentary, History
Year Released: 2012
Number of seasons: 1
Number of episodes: 3
First episode air date: January 9, 2012
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