Champion Matthew (87 results)

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. ISSN # 0440-2316. From the collection of Robert Hershon.

Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition. Clean with little to no signs of wear or markings highlights.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged.

Soft cover. Condition: Fine. 1st Edition. ISSN # 0440-2316. From the collection of Robert Hershon.

hardcover. Condition: New. Brand new book, sourced directly from publisher. Dispatch time is 24-48 hours from our warehouse. Book will be sent in robust, secure packaging to ensure it reaches you securely.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardback. Condition: New. A fascinating guide to decoding the secret language of the churches of England through the medieval carved markings and personal etchings found on our church walls from archaeologist Matthew Champion.'Rare, lovely glimmers of everyday life in the Middle Ages.' -- The Sunday Times'A fascinating and enjoyable read' -- ***** Reader review'Superb' -- ***** Reader review'Riveting' -- ***** Reader review'Compelling, moving and fascinating' -- ***** Reader review*****************************************************************************************************Our churches are full of hidden messages from years gone by and for centuries these carved writings and artworks have lain largely unnoticed.Having launched a nationwide survey to gather the best examples, archaeologist Matthew Champion shines a spotlight on a forgotten world of ships, prayers for good fortune, satirical cartoons, charms, curses, windmills, word puzzles, architectural plans and heraldic designs.Here are strange medieval beasts, knights battling unseen dragons, ships sailing across lime-washed oceans and demons who stalk the walls. Latin prayers for the dead jostle with medieval curses, builders' accounts and slanderous comments concerning a long-dead archdeacon.Strange and complex geometric designs, created to ward off the 'evil eye' and thwart the works of the devil, share church pillars with the heraldic shields of England's medieval nobility.Giving a voice to the secret graffiti artists of Medieval times, this engaging, enthralling and - at times - eye-opening book, with a glossary of key terms and a county-by-county directory of key churches, will put this often overlooked period in a whole new light.…

paperback. Condition: New.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Mild to Moderate creasing / bending to covers and pages. Book is otherwise very clean, unmarked and 100% functional.

Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condition: new. Hardcover. Decoding the secret language of the churches of England through medieval carved markings and personal etchings on our church walls.A fascinating guide to decoding the secret language of the churches of England through the medieval carved markings and personal etchings found on our church walls from archaeologist Matthew Champion.'Rare, lovely glimmers of everyday life in the Middle Ages.' -- The Sunday Times'A fascinating and enjoyable read' -- ***** Reader review'Superb' -- ***** Reader review'Riveting' -- ***** Reader review'Compelling, moving and fascinating' -- ***** Reader review*****************************************************************************************************Our churches are full of hidden messages from years gone by and for centuries these carved writings and artworks have lain largely unnoticed.Having launched a nationwide survey to gather the best examples, archaeologist Matthew Champion shines a spotlight on a forgotten world of ships, prayers for good fortune, satirical cartoons, charms, curses, windmills, word puzzles, architectural plans and heraldic designs.Here are strange medieval beasts, knights battling unseen dragons, ships sailing across lime-washed oceans and demons who stalk the walls. Latin prayers for the dead jostle with medieval curses, builders' accounts and slanderous comments concerning a long-dead archdeacon.Strange and complex geometric designs, created to ward off the 'evil eye' and thwart the works of the devil, share church pillars with the heraldic shields of England's medieval nobility.Giving a voice to the secret graffiti artists of Medieval times, this engaging, enthralling and - at times - eye-opening book, with a glossary of key terms and a county-by-county directory of key churches, will put this often overlooked period in a whole new light. Drawing on examples from surviving medieval churches in England, the author gives a voice to the secret graffiti artists: from the lord of the manor and the parish priest to the people who built the church itself. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardback. Condition: New. A fascinating guide to decoding the secret language of the churches of England through the medieval carved markings and personal etchings found on our church walls from archaeologist Matthew Champion.'Rare, lovely glimmers of everyday life in the Middle Ages.' -- The Sunday Times'A fascinating and enjoyable read' -- ***** Reader review'Superb' -- ***** Reader review'Riveting' -- ***** Reader review'Compelling, moving and fascinating' -- ***** Reader review*****************************************************************************************************Our churches are full of hidden messages from years gone by and for centuries these carved writings and artworks have lain largely unnoticed.Having launched a nationwide survey to gather the best examples, archaeologist Matthew Champion shines a spotlight on a forgotten world of ships, prayers for good fortune, satirical cartoons, charms, curses, windmills, word puzzles, architectural plans and heraldic designs.Here are strange medieval beasts, knights battling unseen dragons, ships sailing across lime-washed oceans and demons who stalk the walls. Latin prayers for the dead jostle with medieval curses, builders' accounts and slanderous comments concerning a long-dead archdeacon.Strange and complex geometric designs, created to ward off the 'evil eye' and thwart the works of the devil, share church pillars with the heraldic shields of England's medieval nobility.Giving a voice to the secret graffiti artists of Medieval times, this engaging, enthralling and - at times - eye-opening book, with a glossary of key terms and a county-by-county directory of key churches, will put this often overlooked period in a whole new light.…

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: New. Drawing on examples from surviving medieval churches in England, the author gives a voice to the secret graffiti artists from the lord of the manor and the parish priest to the people who built the church itself. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; ACK; AFJG; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 144 x 29. Weight in Grams: 402. . 2015. First Edition. hardcover. . . . . …

Condition: Good. 2000. First Edition. 115 pages. Signed by the author. Paperback book with pictorial cover. Black and white and colour photographs. Signed with dedication from the author on title page. Pages and binding are presentable with no major defects. Minor issues present such as mild cracking, inscriptions, inserts, light foxing, tanning and thumb marking. Paper cover has mild edge wear with light rubbing and creasing. Some light marking and tanning.…

Condition: New.

1st edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and strong. Literally as new. Physical description: xiii, 253 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates ; 21 cm. Notes: Includes index. Subjects: To 1500; Graffiti Great Britain History To 1500; Christian inscriptions Great Britain; Civilization, Ancient; Buildings Religious; Civilization, Medieval; Art, Medieval England. 1 Kg.…

Condition: new.

Condition: New. Drawing on examples from surviving medieval churches in England, the author gives a voice to the secret graffiti artists from the lord of the manor and the parish priest to the people who built the church itself. Num Pages: 272 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKE; 1DBKW; ACK; AFJG; AMX. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 209 x 144 x 29. Weight in Grams: 402. . 2015. First Edition. hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. …

Hardcover. Condition: Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Hard covers, in dust jacket. Moderate toning and soiling; a few small ink marks. Illustrated. Glossary, gazetteer, index. A sound and neat copy. Size: 8vo - over 7¾ - 9¾" tall. Book.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 272 pages. 8.00x5.50x1.25 inches. In Stock.

First Edition. Inscribed by author on title page. A bright, clean copy Used - Very Good. SIGNED copy VG paperback Used - Very Good. SIGNED copy VG paperback.

1st edition. Fine cloth copy in an equally fine dust-wrapper. Particularly well-preserved; tight, bright, clean and strong. Literally as new. Physical description: xiii, 253 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates ; 21 cm. Notes: Includes index. Subjects: To 1500; Graffiti Great Britain History To 1500; Christian inscriptions Great Britain; Civilization, Ancient; Buildings Religious; Civilization, Medieval; Art, Medieval England. 1 Kg.…

Condition: New. In English.

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. 132 pages. The book has a little wear and the front cover has an old sticker, and the back cover has a stain where a sticker was remonved. The front inside cover has a faint numerical pen mark. Books listed here are not stored at the shop. Please contact us if you want to pick up a book from Newtown. Size: Size E: 8"-9" Tall (203-228mm).…

Condition: New.

Condition: New.

Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Hardcover. Condition: Used - Very Good. William Wood & Company, Baltimore, 1938. Copyright 1938. xi,529 pages. Illustrated. 7 x 5", cloth, no dj. Cardiovascular, respiratory, allergic, syphilis, tuberculosis, brain, pediatrics, nutrition, infectious, traumatic, cancer, gynecology, gonorrhea, otorhinolaryngology, ophthalmology, obstetrics. Scuffed, trifle loose, VG. …