In the Name of the Bodleian, and Other Essays by Augustine Birrell
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"In the Name of the Bodleian" by Augustine Birrell is a collection of essays written in the early 20th century. The essays explore various themes surrounding libraries, literature, and the impact of institutions like the Bodleian Library in Oxford on scholarship and culture, reflecting Birrell's reverence for books and their significance in society. The opening of the book introduces readers to the Bodleian Library, detailing its rich history and the emotions one
might feel when engaging with such a venerable institution. Birrell reflects on the feelings of awe and devotion that a scholar might experience upon entering the library, while also acknowledging the melancholy and listlessness that can accompany an overwhelming collection of knowledge. He offers insights into the life of Sir Thomas Bodley, the library's founder, illuminating how his vision shaped the collection and addressing the challenges faced during different historical periods. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Birrell, Augustine, 1850-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | In the Name of the Bodleian, and Other Essays |
| Contents | 'In the name of the Bodleian' -- Bookworms -- Confirmed readers -- First editions -- Gossip in a library -- Librarians at play -- Lawyers at play -- The non-jurors -- Lord Chesterfield -- The Johnsonian legend -- Boswell as biographer -- Old pleasure gardens -- Old booksellers -- A few words about copyright in books -- Hannah More once more -- Arthur Young -- Thomas Paine -- Charles Bradlaugh -- Disraeli ex relatione Sir William Fraser -- A connoisseur -- Our great middle class -- Tar and whitewash -- Itineraries -- Epitaphs -- 'Hansard' -- Contempt of court -- 5 Edward VII., chapter 12. |
| Credits | Produced by Janet Kegg and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 66.2 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Books and reading -- Great Britain |
| Subject | Bodleian Library |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 12244 |
| Release Date | May 1, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 566 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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