The Icon Handbook: A Guide to Understanding Icons and theLiturgy, Symbols and Practices of the Russian Orthodox Church in paperback by David Coomler from templegate is a book for those interested in Russian icons but puzzled by the often unfamiliar subjects and mysterious inscriptions. After becoming familiar with the text the reader will be able to both identify the majority of icon types and to read the names of previously unidentifiable saints. This book contains many line drawings and several full color illustrations.
