Synopsis
Extensively illustrated with over 200 photographs, this book is a celebration of the treasures of Cambridge University Library by a group of eminent scholars.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Présentation de l'éditeur
Cambridge University Library is one of the world's great research libraries. This book is a celebration of the treasures of the library from the perspective of a group of eminent scholars who actively use the collections for research. Chapters have been selected to illustrate the vast range of the Library's collections: from the fifth-century Codex Bezae to the archives of contemporary writers and politicians; from medieval manuscripts to the letters of Charles Darwin; on history, theology, politics, sociology, art history, biology, agriculture, mathematics, and astronomy. Extensively illustrated with over 200 photographs, many of them in colour and published for the first time, Cambridge University Library: The Great Collections offers a unique perspective on a remarkable institution.
Revue de presse
'The book is splendidly produced. It is a credit to Cambridge University Press and is embellished with 241 illustrations, sixty-six of them in full colour.' David Vaisey, The Times Literary Supplement
'At a time when Australian universities and their libraries have seen significant reductions in funding and sporting heroes outrank cultural icons, it is heartening to see books like Cambridge University Library: The Great Collections.' Colin Steel, ANU Librarian
Les informations fournies dans la section « A propos du livre » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Autres éditions populaires du même titre
Résultats de recherche pour Cambridge University Library: The Great Collections
Image d'archives
Cambridge University Library: The Great Collections
Edité par
Cambridge University Press, 1998
ISBN 10 : 0521626366
ISBN 13 : 9780521626361
Neuf
Couverture rigide
Vendeur : Zubal-Books, Since 1961, Cleveland, OH, Etats-Unis
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
Etat : New. 237 pp., hardcover, new in new dust jacket. - If you are reading this, this item is actually (physically) in our stock and ready for shipment once ordered. We are not bookjackers. Buyer is responsible for any additional duties, taxes, or fees required by recipient's country. N° de réf. du vendeur ZB1337663
Acheter neuf
EUR 15,70
Expédition à EUR 3,91
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Expédition nationale : Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Image fournie par le vendeur
Cambridge University Library - The Great Collections
Edité par
Cambridge University Press, 1998
ISBN 10 : 0521626366
ISBN 13 : 9780521626361
Ancien ou d'occasion
Couverture rigide
Edition originale
Vendeur : Eastleach Books, Newbury, BER, Royaume-Uni
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
Etat : Fine. 1st edition. Cloth, dj, F/F. vi+231pp, 241 b/w & colour illustrations, index, a fine copy. A collection of 15 essays on the departments, holdings & treasures of the CUP. 1150 grams. N° de réf. du vendeur 59204
Acheter D'occasion
EUR 21,43
Expédition à EUR 14,83
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Image d'archives
Cambridge University Library : The Great Collections.
Edité par
Cambridge University Press, Cambridge, first edition, 1998, 1998
ISBN 10 : 0521626366
ISBN 13 : 9780521626361
Ancien ou d'occasion
Couverture rigide
Edition originale
Vendeur : Wykeham Books, LONDON, Royaume-Uni
Évaluation du vendeur 4 sur 5 étoiles
Cloth, 4to, 26 cm, [2], 231 pp, ills (some colour). From the introduction: "This book is a celebration of some of the collections [of the Cambridge University Library]. It seeks to give a flavour of those collections, not just as artistic, literary or scientific treasures in their own right but as sources for the research and teaching which are central to the University's purpose. .In selecting topics for inclusion, the editorial committee have attempted to provide an impression of the range of the Library's collections: in terms of period, from the fifth-century Codex Bezae to the archive of the living writer Stefan Heym, which is still being created; in terms of geographical spread, from the British Isles, through continental Europe to the Middle East and on to Japan, with the Royal Commonwealth Society adding the global perspective of the Empire 'on which the sun never set'; in terms of subject matter, with history and theology represented in several chapters, but also studies of the worlds of literature, politics, sociology, art history, biology, agriculture, mathematics and astronomy. Aware that a comprehensive survey was impossible, even for those parts of the Library's holdings selected for inclusion, the editorial committee invited scholars with a deep knowledge of their subjects to adopt an approach which was not simply descriptive but would seek to demonstrate how the material in question serves as the raw material for research. The illustrations have been carefully selected both to support the text of the chapters and also to provide an indication of a wider range of material in the Library than could be considered in detail." Contents: Introduction by Peter Fox; History of the Library, by David McKitterick; Codex Bezae, by David Parker; Illuminated Medieval Manuscripts, by George Henderson; The Genizah Fragments: a Unique Archive?, by Stefan Greif; Printed Books 1450-1550, by Dennis E. Rhodes; The Royal library: John Moore and His Books, by Jayne Ringrose; The Voyages pittoresques et romantiques dans l'ancienne France, by Michael Twyman; Agriculture, Food and Famine in Japan, by Peter Kornicki; The Darwin Papers, by Frederick Borkhardt; The Acton Library, by Owen Chadwick; The S Tefanheym Archive, by Peter Hutchinson; The Royal Commonwealth Society Library, by John M. Mackenzie; But scientists are human: Some Insights Into the Progress of Science, by Alan Cook; The University Archives (What Are They, Anyway?), by Elisabeth Leedham-Green; The University Library and Its Buildings, by Christopher Brooke; Index. Booklabel of the bibliophile A R A Hobson on front pastedown endpaper. Near Fine in Near Fine dustwrapper. Laid in is a TLS from the author to Hobson thanking him for pointing out an error in the book. Clipping if a contemporary review laid in. N° de réf. du vendeur ABE-47303
Acheter D'occasion
EUR 26,19
Expédition à EUR 17,34
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Expédition depuis Royaume-Uni vers Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Image fournie par le vendeur
Cambridge University Library. The Great Collections.
Edité par
Cambridge University Press, 1998
ISBN 10 : 0521626366
ISBN 13 : 9780521626361
Ancien ou d'occasion
Couverture rigide
Vendeur : Emile Kerssemakers ILAB, Heerlen, Pays-Bas
Évaluation du vendeur 5 sur 5 étoiles
1998, 231pp. Illustrated. Hardcover, with dust jacket. In very good condition. Cambridge University Library is one of the world's great research libraries. This book is a celebration of the treasures of the library by a group of eminent scholars. Chapters have been selected to illustrate the vast range of the library's collections from fourth century manuscripts to contemporary writers. Extensively illustrated with over two hundred photographs, many of them in color and published for the first time, this book offers a unique perspective on a remarkable institution. N° de réf. du vendeur 64325
Acheter D'occasion
EUR 40
Expédition à EUR 33
Expédition depuis Pays-Bas vers Etats-Unis
Expédition depuis Pays-Bas vers Etats-Unis
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)