Reginald H Adams (56 results)

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Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition.

Condition: New.

Paperback. Condition: New. For the first six centuries from the institution's foundation, Latin was the language spoken and written at the University of Oxford. It's no surprise, then, to find that the inscriptions carved into the monuments, colleges and municipal buildings of the city are for the most part also in Latin. It is also a language which lends itself to compression, so an inscription in Latin uses fewer characters than English, for example, saving space and money. But what do they all mean? For this book Reginald Adams has assembled, translated and explained a wide selection of Oxford's Latin inscriptions (and a few Greek ones). These can be found in many accessible places in both city and university, dating from the medieval period to the present day. Their purposes range from tributes and memorials to decorations and witty commentaries on the edifice that they adorn. The figures commemorated include Queen Anne, Roger Bacon, Cardinal Wolsey, Cecil Rhodes, T. E. Lawrence and a kind landlady who provided 'enormous breakfasts', as well as other eminent scholars and generous benefactors. These evocative mementos of the past bring insight to the informed observer of their surroundings and also vividly illustrate the history of Oxford.…

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Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. At which Oxford college does a trumpeter summon you to dinner? What does the appearance of a rose bowl signify? How would you use a grace cup as distinct from a sconce cup?The custom of dining in formal hall at Oxford and Cambridge dates back to the earliest days of college life. Before each dinner, according to ancient statutes, grace must be spoken in Latin, and although the text and nature of the grace for each college may have changed over the years, it is a tradition which remains current to this day.Following a historical introduction, the full Latin texts of the graces of the colleges of Oxford and Cambridge are given in this book, accompanied by a facing English translation. Special graces reserved for feast days are also included, along with an explanation of some of the traditions which accompany dining in college halls.From an exploration of the twelfth-century monastic origins of the texts to the creation of two-word graces in the nineteenth century and new texts for the modern age, this meticulous collection reveals how the tradition of the Latin grace has survived and evolved over the centuries and offers a rare glimpse inside the private halls of Oxbridge. From an exploration of the twelfth-century monastic origins of the texts to the creation of two-word graces in the nineteenth century and new texts for the modern age, this meticulous collection reveals how the tradition of the Latin grace has survived and evolved over the centuries and offers a rare glimpse inside the private halls of Oxbridge. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condition: New. At which Oxford college does a trumpeter summon you to dinner? What does the appearance of a rose bowl signify? How would you use a grace cup as distinct from a sconce cup? The custom of dining in formal hall at Oxford and Cambridge dates back to the earliest days of college life. Before each dinner, according to ancient statutes, grace must be spoken in Latin, and although the text and nature of the grace for each college may have changed over the years, it is a tradition which remains current to this day. Following a historical introduction, the full Latin texts of the graces of the colleges of Oxford and Cambridge are given in this book, accompanied by a facing English translation. Special graces reserved for feast days are also included, along with an explanation of some of the traditions which accompany dining in college halls. From an exploration of the twelfth-century monastic origins of the texts to the creation of two-word graces in the nineteenth century and new texts for the modern age, this meticulous collection reveals how the tradition of the Latin grace has survived and evolved over the centuries and offers a rare glimpse inside the private halls of Oxbridge.…

Soft cover. Condition: New. Brand new copy, never sold off the shelf. DA.

Condition: gut. 100 S., 22 cm, Text Englisch und Latein, ohne Schutzumschlag, Vorblatt mit handschr. Anmerkung. Sprache: Englisch.

Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. For the first six centuries from the institution's foundation, Latin was the language spoken and written at the University of Oxford. It's no surprise, then, to find that the inscriptions carved into the monuments, colleges and municipal buildings of the city are for the most part also in Latin. It is also a language which lends itself to compression, so an inscription in Latin uses fewer characters than English, for example, saving space and money. But what do they all mean?For this book Reginald Adams has assembled, translated and explained a wide selection of Oxford's Latin inscriptions (and a few Greek ones). These can be found in many accessible places in both city and university, dating from the medieval period to the present day. Their purposes range from tributes and memorials to decorations and witty commentaries on the edifice that they adorn. The figures commemorated include Queen Anne, Roger Bacon, Cardinal Wolsey, Cecil Rhodes, T. E. Lawrence and a kind landlady who provided 'enormous breakfasts', as well as other eminent scholars and generous benefactors. These evocative mementos of the past bring insight to the informed observer of their surroundings and also vividly illustrate the history of Oxford. This book presents a wide selection of Oxfords Latin inscriptions (and a few Greek ones), found in many accessible places in both city and university, dating from the medieval period to the present day. These evocative mementos of the past are translated and explained, vividly illustrating the history of Oxford for the local and tourist alike. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Hardback. Condition: Fair. A readable copy of the book which may include some defects such as highlighting and notes. Cover and pages may be creased and show discolouration.

Hardback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine.

Hardback. 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.

Hardcover. Condition: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Pamphlet. Condition: Very Good. Vol 23, No 4, pp. 409-416, Color Illus by Reginald Birch, Extracted from orig Vol, begins with title page, trimmed & stapled, thus is like a pamphlet, VG. Reginald Birch (illustrator).

Condition: New. pp. 96.

Hardcover. Condition: As New. Dust Jacket Condition: As New. First Edition. This is a fine, as new, hardcover first edition copy in a fine, as new, mylar protected DJ, pale green spine. Obviously an unread copy.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. bilingual edition. 81 pages. 8.00x5.50x0.25 inches. In Stock.

Paperback. Condition: Brand New. 88 pages. 7.75x5.00x0.25 inches. In Stock.

Condition: New. This book presents a wide selection of Oxford's Latin inscriptions (and a few Greek ones), found in many accessible places in both city and university, dating from the medieval period to the present day. These evocative mementos of the past are translated and explained, vividly illustrating the history of Oxford for the local and tourist alike. Num Pages: 104 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 12. Weight in Grams: 124. . 2015. 2nd edition. Paperback. . . . .…

Condition: New. pp. 96.

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Missing dust jacket; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condition: New. This book presents a wide selection of Oxford's Latin inscriptions (and a few Greek ones), found in many accessible places in both city and university, dating from the medieval period to the present day. These evocative mementos of the past are translated and explained, vividly illustrating the history of Oxford for the local and tourist alike. Num Pages: 104 pages. BIC Classification: 1DBKESF; WQH. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 198 x 131 x 12. Weight in Grams: 124. . 2015. 2nd edition. Paperback. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.…

Condition: new.

First Edition. Very good cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-torn and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Occasional highlighter annotation, otherwise tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 100 pages. Notes; Index. Includes Latin texts of inscriptions. Subjects; University of Oxford. Inscriptions, Latin England Oxford. 1 Kg. …

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. Hard cover, with unclipped dust jacket, both in very good condition. Light shelfwear to DJ; tanning to spine, occasional light blemishes, and minor creasing. Boards are in fine condition, pages are tightly bound, and content is unmarked. CN. Used.…

Paperback / softback. Condition: New. New copy - Usually dispatched within 4 working days.

First Edition. Very good cloth copy in a good if somewhat edge-torn and dust-dulled dust-wrapper, now mylar-sleeved. Occasional highlighter annotation, otherwise tight, bright, clean and especially sharp-cornered. Remains well-preserved overall. Physical description; 100 pages. Notes; Index. Includes Latin texts of inscriptions. Subjects; University of Oxford. Inscriptions, Latin England Oxford. 1 Kg. …