From the First Printing: "The Millennium Time Tapestry" is our fascinating Book in a fine Smyth-sewn binding. Debossed gold and silver on rich black linen enfold Matthew Hurff's enlightening text--700 different yet skillfully interlinked moments in a sweeping timeline that tells the story of 1000 years. Liz Bailey's exquisite illustrations grace 96 matte-finished pages. This "retrospective" locates, identifies and explains every Time Tapestry icon. You are steeped in the daily lifestyles of each century, and given insight into the great minds that influenced our ancestors. A terrific read that belongs on your coffee table. Not sold in mass-market bookstores.