The book "Arts and Crafts in the Middle Ages: Descriptions of Works in the Various Branches of the Applied Arts, Together with Stories of Prominent Craftsmen in the Early Renaissance" by Julia de Wolfe Addison examines the various types of work in medieval Europe by masters of various arts. The book offers readers an in-depth overview of creativity and work processes in the arts and crafts of the European Middle Ages, and also tells about special masters who influenced the development of visual arts in the early stage of the Renaissance. This book is an important source for understanding the history and cultural context of Middle Eastern European art during the period of formation and development of medieval artistic traditions.