The Art of Letter Writing (Bodleian Library)(Pevná vazba)

A Brief History of the Bodleian Library (Clapinson Mary)(Pevná vazba)

How did a library founded over four hundred years ago grow to become the world-renowned institution it is today, home to over thirteen million items? From its foundation by Sir Thomas Bodley in 1598 to the opening of the Weston Library in 2015, this illustrated account shows how the Library's

The Original Laws of Cricket (Atherton Mike)(Pevná vazba)

This series of books from the Bodleian Library reproduces the original rules of classic sports, complete with commentary about their historical evolution and adaptation--in attractive, collectible formats. They are informative and often witty companions to the world of sport, bringing the past and

Too Late, Said the Rabbit (Bodleian Library)(Pevná vazba)

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland has become one of the most influential works of children's literature of all time, and it is hard to imagine Alice without picturing the illustrations made by Sir John Tenniel. Tenniel (1820-1914) illustrated the first edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland at

Alice in Wonderland Journal - Alice in Court (Bodleian Library)(Pevná vazba)

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland has become one of the most influential works of children's literature of all time, and it is hard to imagine Alice without picturing the illustrations made by Sir John Tenniel. Tenniel (1820-1914) illustrated the first edition of Alice's Adventures in Wonderland at

Paradise Street: The Lost Art of Playing Outside (Mary Evans Picture Library)(Pevná vazba)

Pocket Magna Carta: 1217 Text and Translation (Bodleian Library)(Pevná vazba)

Magna Carta, or 'Great Charter,' is one of the most important documents in legal history. Originating in 1215 as a peace treaty between King John and a group of rebellious barons at Runnymede, it put into law the concept of individual liberty and transformed the role of the monarch toward the

Pity the Reader: On Writing with Style (Vonnegut Kurt)(Pevná vazba)

The art and craft of writing by one of the few grandmasters of American literature, a bonanza for writers and readers co-written by Kurt Vonnegut's former student. Here is an entirely new side of Kurt Vonnegut, Vonnegut as a teacher of writing. Of course he's given us glimpses before, with

Jewish Treasures from Oxford Libraries (Abrams Rebecca)(Pevná vazba)

-This book brings together extraordinary Hebrew manuscripts and rare books from the Bodleian Library and Oxford colleges. -Lavishly illustrated essays by experts in the field bring to life the outstanding works contained in the collections. -A fascinating journey through Jewish intellectual and

The Book Lovers' Anthology: A Compendium of Writing about Books, Readers and Libraries (Bodleian Library)(Paperback)

A blessed companion is a book--a book that, fitly chosen, is a lifelong friend.'--Douglas William Jerrold 'Much reading is like much eating, wholly useless without digestion.'--Robert South 'If I had read as much as other men, I should have been as ignorant as they.' --Thomas Hobbes Can books

Instructions for British Servicemen in France, 1944 (Bodleian Library)(Pevná vazba)

In 1944 the British War Office distributed a handbook to British soldiers informing them what to expect and how to behave in a newly-liberated France. This book is an irresistible insight into British attitudes towards the French and an interesting, timeless commentary on Anglo-French

Literary Paris: A Photographic Tour (Paris Photography Book, Books about Paris, Paris Coffee Table Book) (Robertson Nichole)(Pevná vazba)

An essential addition to the library of every booklover and Francophile, this unique love letter to Paris offers an immersive photographic stroll through its literary delights, from historic bookstores to hidden cafes. Paris in Color author Nichole Robertson turns her lens onto spots both legendary

German Invasion Plans for the British Isles 1940 (Bodleian Library)(Pevná vazba)

'I have decided to prepare for, and if necessary to carry out, an invasion against England.'--Adolph Hitler, July 16, 1940 Operation Sealion was the codename for the Nazi invasion of Britain that Hitler ordered his generals to plan after France fell in June 1940. Although the plan ultimately never

The Art of Writing Fiction (Cowan Andrew)(Paperback)

The Art of Writing Fiction guides the reader through the processes of creative writing from journal-keeping to editing, offering techniques for stimulating creativity and making language vivid. Readers will master key aspects of fiction such as structure, character, voice and setting. | Andrew Cowan

The Letter to the Ephesians (Cohick Lynn H.)(Pevná vazba)

The letter to the Ephesians provokes interpretive questions of authorship, audience, date, occasion, and purpose of writing. Interacting critically with this intense debate, Lynn Cohick provides an exegetically astute analysis of the six chapters of Ephesians. Cohick offers an insightful account of

Louise Bourgeois, Freud's Daughter (Larratt-Smith Philip)(Pevná vazba)

An exploration of the art and writing of Louise Bourgeois through the lens of her relationship with Freudian psychoanalysis From 1952 to 1985, Louise Bourgeois (1911-2010) underwent extensive Freudian analysis that probed her family history, marriage, motherhood, and artistic ambition--and

Battle Stations: War Picture Library (Pratt Hugo)(Pevná vazba)

The first in a major series of new collections bringing the long lost UK war comics of Italian art maestro Hugo Pratt to the public in stunning new editions. Two brothers of differing rank have to make extraordinary sacrifices in the line of the toughest duty. This is a true story of courage under

The Letter to the Colossians (McKnight Scot)(Pevná vazba)

In the letter to the Colossians, Paul offers a compelling vision of the Christian life; his claims transcend religion and bring politics, culture, spirituality, power, ethnicity, and more into play. This exegetical and theological commentary by Scot McKnight delves deeply into Paul's message in

Kew Pocketbooks: Japanese Plants (Royal Botanic Gardens Kew)(Pevná vazba)

A gift-size guide to the plants of Japan, gorgeously illustrated by works from the Library, Art and Archives of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. This sparkling pocketbook from Kew offers a window into the diverse and beautiful plant life of Japan, from familiar flowers like chrysanthemums and

Writing the History of Somerset (Webb Adrian)(Pevná vazba)

Sicilia: A Love Letter to the Food of Sicily (Tish Ben)(Pevná vazba)

The Library (Apollodorus)(Pevná vazba)

The Library provides in three books a grand summary of traditional Greek mythology and heroic legends. Written in clear and unaffected style, the compendium faithfully follows the Greek literary sources. It is thus an important record of Greek accounts of the origin and early history of the world

The Art of War (Tzu Sun)(Pevná vazba)

This is a fresh, contemporary translation of Sun Tzu's The Art of War for the 21st century. As well as its historical importance, it is one of the most influential political and business books of our era. This edition rediscovers the essential clarity of the ancient masterpiece, cited by generals

D&ad. the Copy Book (D&ad)(Pevná vazba)

In 1995, the D&AD published a book on the art of writing for advertising. The then best-selling book remains an important reference work today--a bible for creative directors. D&AD and TASCHEN have joined forces to bring you an updated and redesigned edition of the publication. Regarded as the most

To the Letter - A Curious History of Correspondence (Garfield Simon)(Paperback / softback)

The paperback outing of this engaging and enlightening history of letter-writing and our relationship with the mail, from the bestselling author of Just My Type and On the